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Okoroshia Mask
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Okoroshia Mask

Maker Unknown, Igbo (Ibo)
MediumPigment, wood
Dimensions23 H x 15 W x 11 D cm 9 3/8” H x 6“ W x 4“ D
Credit LineGift of the Herman Copen Trust
Object numberAF2002.2082.COP
DescriptionOkoroshia mask, female with white face, large smile with displayed teeth, circular scarification marks at temples. Painted white, black and tan.
ClassificationsCeremonial
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