Devil Mask Item Number: 2738/110 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
K'usillo, or devil mask. Hood-like, two sided, devil head mask. Two panels of heavy khaki green cotton cloth, decorated with red, gold, and blue embroidered flowers, stars, eyes, mouth, and dates (1970 and 1974 on one side, 1963 on the other) are sewn together at the sides and around the top over a thick wool felt partial lining. Long tubes of covered felt topped with beige, red and green tassels are sewn together and project up from top like a crown while more tubes are looped to form ears and a nose on each face, with more tassels.
History Of Use
K'usillo mask, or diablo uma mask. This type is usually from the state of Pichincha; primarily used in the San Juan fiesta (June 23rd) in several rural communities. K'usillo masqueraders clear the dance patio, maintain order, entertain and parody audiences and dancers alike. They are not averse to chasing and or pretending to whip people who wander into the dance space.
Narrative
See 1221/1 or H1.30 for similar masks.
Item History
- Made in Pichincha, Ecuador
- Owned by Blanca Muratorio and Ricardo Muratorio before May 1, 2009
- Received from Blanca Muratorio (Donor) and Ricardo Muratorio (Donor) on May 1, 2009
What
- Name
- Devil Mask
- Identification Number
- 2738/110
- Type of Item
- mask
- Material
- cotton fibre and wool fibre
- Overall
- height 61.0 cm, width 43.0 cm, depth 14.0 cm
Who
- Culture
- Ecuadorian
- Previous Owner
- Blanca Muratorio and Ricardo Muratorio
- Received from
- Blanca Muratorio (Donor) and Ricardo Muratorio (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Pichincha, Ecuador
When
- Ownership Date
- before May 1, 2009
- Acquisition Date
- on May 1, 2009
Other
- Item Classes
- textiles
- Condition
- fair
- Current Location
- Case 92
- Accession Number
- 2738/0110