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Bwoom or Bongo Helmet Mask
Bwoom or Bongo Helmet Mask

Bwoom or Bongo Helmet Mask

Date20th century
Associated withAfrica
MediumWood, fiber, and tukula powder
Dimensions13 x 12 x 17 3/4 in. (33 x 30.5 x 45.1 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Lee and Dona Bronson
Object numberG.76.19.5
On View
Not on view
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