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Krahn "War" Mask

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  • Title Krahn "War" Mask
  • Category Sculpture
  • Medium Mixed Media
  • Dimensions 13.5"h x 18"w x 5"d
  • Year Completed Undated
  • Notes The term “war mask” comes from outsiders who find the mask to have a menacing appearance. The mask is not associated with combat, it was likely made to implement social control. Long pointed protrusions such as this tend to be common.
  • Artist The Krahn People Liberia and Ivory Coast
  • Credit John and Janet Yoder Collection
  • Location Weyerhaeuser Third Floor Display Case
  • Accession Number 2022.0147
  • Status Checked Out
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