Mask (Igri)
Maker
Afikpo Artist
Date1970-1971
PurchasedPort Harcourt, Rivers, Nigeria, Africa
Made/manufacturedAfikpo, Cross River, Nigeria
Mediumwood, paint, raffia, pigment
Dimensions18 x 7 x 4 in. (45.7 x 17.8 x 10.2 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineMuseum purchase, with funds provided from the Caroline Julier and James G. Richardson Acquisition Fund
Object number2015.10.14
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White with red striations under eyes, black red and yellow triangle pattern on brow. Braided raffia rows above brow with fringe on either end, and basketry backing.
