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Bamana Helmet Mask, 20th Century
Bamana people; Mali
Wood; 29 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 12 1/4 in.
87.2…
Mask
Bamana Helmet Mask, 20th Century
Bamana people; Mali
Wood; 29 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 12 1/4 in.
87.2…
Bamana Helmet Mask, 20th Century Bamana people; Mali Wood; 29 1/2 x 13 1/2 x 12 1/4 in. 87.26.12 From the Barbara Jean Jacoby Collection

Mask

ClassificationsClothing and Adornments-masks
Culture Bamana
Date20th Century
Made AtMali, Africa
MediumWood
Dimensions29 1/2 × 13 1/2 × 12 1/4 in. (74.9 × 34.3 × 31.1 cm)
Credit LineFrom the Barbara Jean Jacoby Collection
Object number87.26.12
DescriptionHelmet mask from the Bamana people of Mali. Wood, brown patina, carved design, horns curved, fluted ears. Eyes are open with serated edges around pupil. Diamond motif carving on crown and back of head.
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