Mask carved from wood. The face is sunken, with a raised nose ridge down the centre of the face. There are two small rectangular cutouts for eyes. High on either side of the head are two C-shaped ears. The brow ridge is rounded. There are areas where pigment is still visible.

• History Of Use

  Animal masks were carved by the Dogon to receive the spiritual energy of animals after death.

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• Type of Item mask
• Culture Dogon
• Material wood, paint
• Measurements height 32.0 cm, width 20.0 cm, depth 19.5 cm (overall)

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• Previous Owner Richard Tchuemegne
• Received from Richard Tchuemegne, Michael O'Brian Family Foundation, Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget

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• Made in Mali

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• Ownership Date before February 5, 2020
• Acquisition Date on February 5, 2020

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• Condition fair
• Accession Number 3420/0018