Face Mask
Artist/Maker
Idoma people
(Nigeria)
Datenot dated
Mediumwood and paint
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/4 x 5 3/8 x 3 1/8 in. (21 x 13.7 x 7.9 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
Object number2012.2.14
DescriptionThe roughly textured surface and coarse paint of this mask are typical of Idoma, as is the pointed hairline. There is not enough space on the forehead for the characteristic Idoma vertical scar but the scarification on the temples and shape of the eyes are also features of Idoma masks.On View
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