Yam Mask
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSepik River Area, Papua New Guinea, Oceania
MediumReeds, yam fiber
Dimensions11 × 18 1/8 in. (28 × 46 cm)
Classifications(Classification Not Used)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Harold P. Ullman, A.1966.8.2 ME
Object numberA.1966.8.2 ME
DescriptionMasks of various materials play an important part in the culture of the people of this area. They are used in secret religious ceremonies and for amusement on feast days. Short snout and ears.On View
Not on view
20th century
c. 1967
c. 1880
c. 1900
1981