Mask Item Number: K2.229 from the MOA: University of British Columbia
Description
Mask with circular cut out eyes outlined by tin. Has a nose and an open mouth. Feathers secured to the top with resin in between two upright horns. Long brown fur on the chin. Cloth straps at the back.
Cultural Context
Niamou mask worn at initiation ceremonies of boys.
Item History
- Made in Guinea
- Owned by Abi Jones before January 13, 1968
- Received from Abi Jones (Seller) and Walter C. Koerner (Funding source) on January 13, 1968
What
Who
- Culture
- Kpelle ?
- Previous Owner
- Abi Jones
- Received from
- Abi Jones (Seller) and Walter C. Koerner (Funding source)
Where
- Holding Institution
- MOA: University of British Columbia
- Made in
- Guinea
When
- Ownership Date
- before January 13, 1968
- Acquisition Date
- on January 13, 1968
Other
- Condition
- fair
- Accession Number
- 0130/0015