Mask

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a traditional carved wooden mask with a prominent, expressive face, featuring deeply set eyes, a broad nose, and a strong, furrowed brow that suggests a stern or contemplative expression. The mask is crafted from a richly grained wood, showcasing earthy tones of brown, enhanced by intricate carvings that highlight facial features such as the arched eyebrows and prominent cheekbones. The texture of the wood is evident, adding a rustic, authentic feel to the piece. Surrounding the mask is a dark, possibly velvet backdrop, which contrasts sharply with the wood, making the mask stand out as the focal point. This type of mask is often associated with ethnic or cultural traditions, potentially used in rituals, ceremonies, or as a decorative piece conveying cultural significance.

The image depicts a traditional carved wooden mask with a prominent, expressive face, featuring deeply set eyes, a broad nose, and a strong, furrowed brow that suggests a stern or contemplative expression. The mask is crafted from a richly grained wood, showcasing earthy tones of brown, enhanced by intricate carvings that highlight facial features such as the arched eyebrows and prominent cheekbones. The texture of the wood is evident, adding a rustic, authentic feel to the piece. Surrounding the mask is a dark, possibly velvet backdrop, which contrasts sharply with the wood, making the mask stand out as the focal point. This type of mask is often associated with ethnic or cultural traditions, potentially used in rituals, ceremonies, or as a decorative piece conveying cultural significance.

Name/Title

Mask

Entry/Object ID

2007.7.408

Description

Mask/Wall Art/Wood/Metal Wire and Hooks/Rectangular Head/Human Face with Horn Like Protrusions on Forehead/Three Vertical and Three Horizontal Lines on Forehead/Open Eye Sockets/10 ¼"x5"x2 ¼".

Collection

Black Archives

Lexicon

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

MASK

Dimensions

Height

10-1/4 in

Width

5 in

Depth

2-1/4 in

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Jun 24, 2014