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Mwaash Ambooy Mask

Made By Kuba Cultural Group
CultureKuba
Datebefore 1920 (?)
Mediumcloth, palm leaf stalks, cowrie shells, beads, fur and raffia
DimensionsOverall: 19 11/16 x 13 9/16 x 15 5/8 in. (50 x 34.5 x 39.7 cm)
Classification(s)
  • AFRICAN
Credit LineMuseum purchase, Karl E. Weston Memorial Fund
Terms
  • helmet
  • mask
  • face
  • shells
  • fur
Object number72.26
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