Lega. Face Mask with Feathers, 19th or 20th century. Terracotta, feathers, fiber rope, cowrie shells., 7 1/2 x 7 x 1 3/4 in. (19.0 x 17.7 x 4.5 cm). Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Furman, 74.172.8. Creative Commons-BY.

Face Mask with Feathers

19th or 20th century

Lega

Arts of Africa

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Maker/Artist: Lega
Classification: (not assigned)
Formatted Medium: Terracotta, feathers, fiber rope, cowrie shells.
Medium: terracotta, feathers, fiber, rope, cowrie, shells
Locations: Place made: Democratic Republic of the Congo
Dimensions: 7 1/2 x 7 x 1 3/4 in. (19.0 x 17.7 x 4.5 cm)
Departments: Arts of Africa
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Face Mask with Feathers

Lega

Arts of Africa

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