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Mask with pierced eyes and perimeter flange; openwork coiffure; scarifications.
Masquette
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Foad Seyed Mohammadi

Masquette

Artist Bini Artist
Dateundated
Place of originNigeria, Africa
MediumBrass
Dimensions5 1/8 x 3 3/8 x 1 5/8 in. (13 x 8.6 x 4.1 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.57
Collections
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