Mask with Njenje Figure
Maker
Afikpo
Label TextOpa nwa - "Carry Child" mask
This "queen" mask, with a motherly face, supports a child on her head. She is adorned with a complex costume, walks with long strides, carrying canes and occasionally a vodka bottle.
Object number2005.60
Photo CreditPhoto: Susan Cole
Credit LineGift of Simon Ottenberg, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Seattle Art Museum
Dimensions30 x 5 x 6in. (76.2 x 12.7 x 15.2cm)
MediumWood with raffia
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