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Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Face Mask (Kaogle)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
© Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami

Face Mask (Kaogle)

Artist/Maker (Ivory Coast and Liberia)
Datenot dated
Mediumwood and metal
DimensionsOverall: 9 1/8 x 5 x 3 1/2 in. (23.2 x 12.7 x 8.9 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2012.2.8
    DescriptionKaogle mask representing a monkey, who, by his destructive, uncontrollable, and offensive behavior, actually reinforces desirable social behavior and self-control.
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    Collections
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    early 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ogoni people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Ibibio people
    not dated
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    mid 20th century
    Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
    Dan people
    20th century