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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Helmet Mask (Komo)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
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Helmet Mask (Komo)

Artist/Maker (Mali)
Datemid 20th century
Mediumwood, antelope horns, feathers, pine needles, porcupine quills and encrustation
DimensionsOverall: 8 1/2 x 16 x 33 in. (21.6 x 40.6 x 83.8 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineMuseum purchase in honor of Dr. and Mrs. Rudolph Drosd
Terms
    Object number88.0158
    DescriptionThis mask of the Komo Society features an accumulation of sacrificial materials combined with secret magical ingredients capable of identifying and punishing evildoers.
    On View
    On view
    Collections
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Guro people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Abelam people
    ca. 1945
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Kran people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Bamana people
    early 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Kuba people
    early to mid 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Bushoong people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Binji people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Chimú
    900-1532
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Chimú
    900-1532
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Fon people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Fon people
    20th century