Skip to main content
Advanced Search
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
Face Mask (Mmaji)
Collection of the Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami
© Lowe Art Museum, University of Miami

Face Mask (Mmaji)

Artist/Maker (Nigeria)
Datenot dated
Mediumwood, paint and plant fiber
DimensionsOverall: 10 x 3 3/8 x 4 1/4 in. (25.4 x 8.6 x 10.8 cm)
ClassificationsCostumes and Accessories
Credit LineGift of Alan Potamkin
Terms
    Object number2012.2.18
    On View
    Not on view
    Collections
    DescriptionThis Mmaji (Yam knife spirit) mask features varied painting that gives geater interest to the hooked yam knife projection. Most Afikpo masks are not considered very powerful or dangerous spirits, although they are treated with respect.

    There are no works to discover for this record.

    eMuseum
    Copyright © eMuseum