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Epa headdress surmounted by a bearded equestrian figure with four small figures at the sides, wearing a large complex cap, with pigments, and a good patina.
Epa Mask
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Epa Mask

Maker Yoruba Artist
Date20th century
Place of originNigeria, Africa
MediumWood with pigment
Dimensions49 x 18 x 18 in. (124.5 x 45.7 x 45.7 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.59
Collections
Visual DescriptionEpa headdress surmounted by a bearded equestrian figure with four small figures at the sides, wearing a large complex cap, with pigments, and a good patina.

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