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

Chieftancy Mask

Maker Temne Artist
Dateundated
Made/manufacturedSierra Leone, Africa
MediumBrass and leather
Dimensions8 x 8 1/8 x 8 in. (20.3 x 20.6 x 20.3 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.82
Collections
DescriptionMask of helmet form; repoussé facial details and crown projection, and leather.
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi
Chieftancy Mask
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