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African Mask

Project type

Sculptures

African Mask on Decorative Stand
This wooden mask, featuring prominent facial characteristics and ornamental details, is displayed on a round stand—possibly glass or acrylic—with gold accents, tassels, and a wooden base.
Cultural Context:
While the exact origin is unclear due to limited information, the mask could belong to one of many African cultures renowned for mask-making traditions. Each culture uses masks for spiritual, ceremonial, or social purposes, with distinct styles and symbolic meanings.
Need for Further Identification:
Precise identification requires more details such as material composition, dimensions, stylistic markings, or inscriptions. These clues could link the mask to a specific region, ethnic group, or ceremonial use.

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