Name/Title

Mask

Entry/Object ID

1984.13.082

Description

A papier-mach mask. The papier-mache is covered in gauze to give the appearance of wrinkles. The face has been painted brown and the sculpt makes it look very gaunt. The mouth is open exposing one tooth. There is ixtle fiber hair attached to the top of the mask.

Artwork Details

Medium

Papier mache, Ixtle, Paint, gauze cloth

Made/Created

Date made

1974 - 1984

Ethnography

Culture/Tribe

Mexican

Dimensions

Width

7-1/8 in

Depth

3-1/4 in

Length

9-1/2 in

Dimension Notes

9 1/2" L x 7 1/8" W x 3 1/4" D