Mask (ceremonial, possibly from the Dance of the Pescado)

The image features a detailed, wooden mask intricately carved with a prominent owl perched on top, a bearded human face in the middle, and another smaller face at the bottom, all combining elements from various cultures and artistic traditions, showcasing a blend of human and animal forms in dark, earthy tones.

The image features a detailed, wooden mask intricately carved with a prominent owl perched on top, a bearded human face in the middle, and another smaller face at the bottom, all combining elements from various cultures and artistic traditions, showcasing a blend of human and animal forms in dark, earthy tones.

Name/Title

Mask (ceremonial, possibly from the Dance of the Pescado)

Entry/Object ID

1982.4.5

Description

Mask with two heads vertically; devil under male face with bird on male forehead

Category

Vault, People, Animals, Indigenous, Objects
Ethnic

Made/Created

Artist

Anonymous Mexican Guerrero

Date made

circa 1970

Dimensions

Dimension Description

overall

Height

17-1/2 in

Width

7 in

Depth

6 in

Exhibition

Permanent Collection September 2, 2014 - May, 2015 Center Art Gallery