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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Face Mask
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Face Mask

Artist/Maker (Nigeria)
Date20th century
Mediumwood and stain
DimensionsOverall: 7 5/8 x 4 1/4 x 4 1/8 in. (19.4 x 10.8 x 10.5 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2007.48.85
    DescriptionThe ram is the domestic animal most often used in important sacrifices such as those made by a chief or king. It symbolizes vulnerability to authority and spiritual communication at the highest level.
    On View
    On view
    Collections
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Chokwe people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Nigeria, Yoruba people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Guro people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Lobi people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Lobi people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    mid 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated