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Helmet (?) mask
Helmet (?) mask

Helmet (?) mask

Associated withAfrica
MediumWood and pigment with encrustation
Dimensions14 3/4 x 10 1/2 x 5 1/4 in. (37.5 x 26.7 x 13.3 cm)
ClassificationsWood
Credit LineGift of Mr. and Mrs. A. Harvey Schreter
Object numberGL.73.18.25
On View
Not on view
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