Chiwara Mask

NameMask

CultureBamana

Place madeMali, Africa

Place madeGuinea, Africa

MediumWood, metal (iron)

DimensionsOverall: 9 13/16 x 3 7/8 x 24 7/8 in. (25 x 9.8 x 63.2 cm)

Credit LineBequest of Greg LaChapelle

Object numberA.2011.20.13

DescriptionSculptured roan antelope figure with long horns and ears projecting back from large, narrow head with open mouth and protruding tongue. The horns and top side of the head are crosshatched, the ears have piercings around the top and bottom edges. The head attaches to a small body with hand forged iron nails at both sides of the neck. The blocky body has cross hatching on the rump and tick marks along the sides of the legs. Holes pierced on base near each leg.