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Cap Crest Mask (Dye)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Cap Crest Mask (Dye)

Artist/Maker (Ivory Coast)
Date20th century
Mediumwood and paint
DimensionsOverall: 21 7/8 x 14 1/2 x 10 7/8 in. (55.6 x 36.8 x 27.6 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2007.48.86
    DescriptionThe bush cow is one of the most bellicose animals in the forest. According to Guro legend this mask was stolen by a hunter from its animal owners and brought into the village so that humans could use its magic. It represents the highest authority in the community and sanctions decisions by the council of elders (the Guro have no chiefs).
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    Collections
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Baulé people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Face Mask (Idiok Ekpo)
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Face Mask (Idiok Ekpo)
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Bamana people
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    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Bamana people
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    Loma people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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    Nigeria, Yoruba people
    early 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Cap Crest Mask (Gelede)
    Nigeria, Yoruba people
    ca. 1960
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Cap Crest Mask (Chi Wara Kun)
    Bamana people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Cap Crest Mask
    Bafum people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Cap Crest Mask
    Babanki people
    not dated
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