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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Gelede Helmet Mask
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Gelede Helmet Mask

Maker Yoruba Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedNigeria, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions10 7/8 x 15 x 16 in. (27.6 x 38.1 x 40.6 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1993.12.40
Collections
DescriptionWith pointed ears, long forward-curving horns, and open mouth with inset teeth
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