Unidentified

Helmet Crest Mask

n.d.

Category
Culture
Kom
Place Made
Cameroon
Materials
Wood, kaolin, camwood powder
Measurements
18 x 12 1/4 x 10 in (45.72 x 31.115 x 25.4 cm)
Credit Line
The Robert P. Gordy Collection
Accession #
88.56
Description

Bell shape with pronounced forehead, nose, and eye bones. Eyes deeply recessed with protruding cylinders carved in almond shapes. Open and pierced mouth with teeth exposed. Protruding crescent shaped ears. Three animals (possibly jaguars) adorn top of mask, standing on a thin platform.