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Janus Mask

Not on view
Carved wood helmet mask with white-painted face, black cylindrical body, arched superstructure with starburst forms, and worn polychrome pigment
Wooden helmet mask with dark pigmented surface, carved facial features including narrow eyes with yellow accents and parted lips revealing teeth. Elaborate superstructure atop the crown features two curved horns, circular openwork elements, a star-shaped form, and protruding metal pegs. Traces of teal, white, and red pigment throughout.
Artist or Maker
Unknown
Title
Janus Mask
Culture
Cross River
Place Made
Africa, Nigeria
Medium
Wood
Dimensions
21 3/8 x 11 1/2 x 13 1/2 in. (54.29 x 29.21 x 34.29 cm)
Credit Line
Anonymous gift
Accession Number
AC1999.251.15
Classification
Jewelry and Adornments
Collecting Area
African Art