Unidentified
Dan Miniature Mask
circa 19th century
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Category
Culture
Dan Peoples
Place Made
Liberia
Materials
Wood, copper
Measurements
6 7/8 x 4 1/2 x 2 7/8 in (17.4625 x 11.43 x 7.3025 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of E. John Bullard in memory of Françoise Billion Richardson
Accession #
2016.5.21
Description
Ovoid face with slight "V" shape with eyes at apex. Large domed forehead. "C" shaped ears, closed eyes, flared nostrils and slightly open mouth showing two protruding metal strips representing teeth. Rough concave verso.