Chi-wara (Male Antelope Mask)
date
about 1950-1970
creation place
Africa, Mali or Ivory coast
medium & support
Carved wood with metal and textile
measurements
41 x 4 x 12 1/2 in. (104.14 x 10.16 x 31.75 cm)
credit line
Gift of David T. Owsley
accession number
1982.018.020
keywords
agriculture, animals, antelope, ceremonies, Chi-wara, deities, mammals, rituals, spring planting festivals
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