Gelede Mask

• Artist: Yoruba (Culture)
• Medium: Wood, pigment
• Geographical Location: Nigeria
• Dates: late 19th century
• Dimensions: 11 1/4 x 9 x 14 15/16 in. (28.6 x 22.9 x 37.9 cm)
• Collection: Arts of Africa
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H5, 4B
• Accession Number: 22.757
• Image: CUR.22.757_threequarter_PS5.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2009

Catalogue Description:
Polychrome wood male mask with special head tie for Gelede Society dances. Scarification patterns on cheeks and forehead. Condition good. Surface abrasions on face and neck; edges slightly chipped; some pigment loss. Piece loose from upper lip.