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Warrior Leader Mask (Asufu)

Igbo, possibly Aro region, 1933-1966

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Igbo

Warrior Leader Mask (Asufu)

Igbo

Warrior Leader Mask (Asufu)

Igbo, possibly Aro region, 1933-1966

Physical Qualities Wood, polychrome, 16 15/16 x 7 1/16 in. (43 x 18 cm.)
Credit Line Gift of Robert and Emily Miller Rody, Baltimore
Object Number 1983.153
Surmounted by a Janus head

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2000–2000

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