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Yam Mask
Yam Mask
Yam Mask
Museum of International Folk Art
DepartmentOceania

Yam Mask

NameMask
CultureAbelam
DateMid-20th century
Place madeSepik River Area, Papua New Guinea, Oceania
MediumReeds, yam fiber
Dimensions11 × 18 1/8 in. (28 × 46 cm)
Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Harold P. Ullman, A.1966.8.2 ME
Object numberA.1966.8.2 ME
Collections
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.
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