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Mask
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Artist Unknown (Bamum)
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20th century
Institution Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Location Not on view.
Mask, Artist Unknown (Bamum)
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This helmet mask is part of a lineage mask group, or a family of masks that perform together. It represents the male human face and symbolizes a royal or clan ancestor. Masks such as these usually perform at funeral or memorial celebrations. This mask is worn on the top of the head, while a mesh veil conceals the performer's face.
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Medium: Decorative Arts and Utilitarian Objects, Woodwork | Wood
Size: 21 x 14 1/4 x 11 1/4 in. (53.3 x 36.2 x 28.6 cm)
Creation Place: Africa, Cameroon, West Africa region
Culture: Bamum, Africa, Cameroon, West Africa region
Style: 20th century
Physical Description: smiling face with slightly open mouth, flat nose and openwork hairstyle with two buns; protruding ears
Credit: Collection Minneapolis Institute of Arts; The Ethel Morrison Van Derlip Fund
Accession Number: 98.154
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Added to Site: February 28, 2009
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