Artist:Mende
Medium: Wood, pigment
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Dates:19th century
Dimensions: 15 x 10 1/4 x 9 in. (38.1 x 26.0 x 22.9 cm)
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Accession Number: 1998.80.3
Image: 1998.80.3_transpc003.jpg,
Catalogue Description: Diamond-shaped face with incised crescent-shaped eyes. Between cheeks and ears are areas of raised scarification. On each cheek there is a plus-shaped form. Mask has elaborate coiffure: In front are two combs; on top are two sets of carved antelope horns. Mask also has ornate neck rings. Around the base are several small holes for fastening. Condition: Condition is good. One set of antelope horns have old breaks that are patinated.