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Mask with hand grip, diamond shaped mouth with carved teeth, linear forehead scarifications, knotted coiffure, pigments, and a fine patina.
Mask
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by John Knaub

Mask

Maker Urhobo Artist
Dateundated
Place of originNigeria, Africa
MediumWood with pigment
Dimensions15 1/4 x 7 3/4 x 4 1/2 in. (38.7 x 19.7 x 11.4 cm)
ClassificationsClothing and accessories
Credit LineGift of Rod McGalliard
Object number1995.28.42
Collections
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