Mask Item Number: 1373/4 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
A mask with an upraised curved ridge along the top of the head. The eyes are cut out slits. The mouth is carved out and open in the shape of a downward triangle. There are holes bored all along the sides. (Metal hook at the back.)
Item History
- Made in Democratic Republic of the Congo
- Owned by Helen Purkis before May 30, 1989
- Received from Helen Purkis (Donor) on May 30, 1989
What
Who
- Culture
- Central African
- Previous Owner
- Helen Purkis
- Received from
- Helen Purkis (Donor)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Democratic Republic of the Congo
When
- Ownership Date
- before May 30, 1989
- Acquisition Date
- on May 30, 1989
Other
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 1373/0004