
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: 22.757_view3_acetate_bw.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, 0,
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.
