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Body Mask in the Form of a Pregnant Woman (Njorowe), late 20th Century Makonde culture; Tanzan…
Body Mask
Body Mask in the Form of a Pregnant Woman (Njorowe), late 20th Century Makonde culture; Tanzan…
Body Mask in the Form of a Pregnant Woman (Njorowe), late 20th Century Makonde culture; Tanzania, Africa Wood; 20 × 9 5/8 × 4 1/2 in. 2013.5.10 Gift of Anne and Long Shung Shih

Body Mask

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-masks
Culture Makonde
Datelate 20th Century
Made AtTanzania, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions20 × 9 5/8 × 4 1/2 in. (50.8 × 24.4 × 11.4 cm)
Credit LineGift of Anne and Long Shung Shih
Object number2013.5.15
DescriptionThis body mask is one of the most well-known types of Makonde carvings. The pregnant body represented is thought to be used during the ceremonies associated with the initiation of young boys.
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