Wooden Mask

A wooden mask, carved out of ebony. It is likely to have been carved for sale to tourists, rather than use. It is depicted with a hairstyle, or headdress, resembling two curled horn-like protrusions.

Further Information

  • Type: Masks, headdresses
  • Object: Wooden Mask
  • Materials: Wood
  • Culture Group: Other
  • Dimensions: 300mm [H]
  • Production Date: Pre 2010
  • Associated Places: Unknown
  • Associated People: Unknown
  • Museum: Sierra Leone National Museum
  • Accession Number: SLNM.2010.021.01

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