Monkey Mask (Ngon or Sula)

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Monkey Mask (Ngon or Sula)

Culture Bamana

DateEarly-mid 20th century

OriginMali

MediumWood, black pigment

Dimensions9 11/16 × 5 11/16 × 3 3/16 in. (24.6 × 14.5 × 8.1 cm.)

Collection AreaAFRICAN ART

Credit LineGift of Carol Vaughn, Silver Spring, Maryland

Object number1994.107

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Last Updated10/29/24

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