Sep 8, 2009
Sep 8, 2009
Sep 8, 2009
Sep 8, 2009

Helmet Mask

Helmet Mask

c. 1940

Wood and paint

Overall: 47 cm (18 1/2 in.)

Gift of Katherine C. White 1971.293

Location

Did you know?

Across the African continent, this kind of wooden mask is the only one owned and performed by women.

See also
Collection: 
African Art
Department: 
African Art
Type of artwork: 
Mask

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