2006.13.1 (Mask)

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Mblo mask used in Mblo performance and dance. Oval wooden mask with delicate facial features- small moth, long slender nose, arched eyebrows. There are three small scar slashes on the side of eyes and between eyebrows. Carved design for hair on top of head. mask has 2 horns in back of head that curve up and in. 3 wooden carved plaited braids curve down to forehead. Has small wooden beard on chin. There are three holes on each side for possible raffia attachments.

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