Name/Title
Mask, RitualEntry/Object ID
2018.3.123Description
Property C14: Skull Mask with Horns. Object: ceremonial mask, Artist/Maker: Plains, Title/Model: Skull Mask with Horns, Date/Region: ca. 1985 / Central Plains, Medium/Technique: natural materials; fur, hide, bone, and leather / handmade with manufactured horns, Edition/Series: unique, 1 of 1, Size: 12.5" H x 9" W x 5.5" D, Condition: good, intact, requires stabilization, Signature/Inscriptions: n/a, Exhibitions/Literature: n/a, Description/Notes: A skull of a buffalo, or an unknown animal, is positioned with buffalo hide over the top. It appears to have manufactured horns attached in the natural position. Buffalo hair is on sides and hair (perhaps horse) is in need of reattaching to the cheeks. Five, long, and thin teeth protrude from the mouth opening. To many Indian cultures, the buffalo was honored as relatives and paid tribute to through songs, dance and prayers. The mask needs cleaning and repair.Collection
NATIVE AMERICANLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Mask, RitualNomenclature Sub-Class
Religious ObjectsNomenclature Class
Ceremonial ObjectsNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication ObjectsMaintenance
Required Maintenance
Freezer for pests controlMaintenance Interval
Every 2 WeeksStart Date
Sep 8, 2022Maintenance History
By
Sarah Ben-EzraDate
Dec 12, 2022
