Mask c. 1940s

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"Mask," a striking wooden sculpture created by the artist Wee in the 1940s, is a powerful example of African art. This mask, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, features a stylized human face with a thick beard and a variety of decorative elements, including brass studs and a bell. The intricate details and symbolic imagery of this mask reflect its significant cultural role in traditional African rituals and celebrations.

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minneapolisinstituteofart about 1 year ago

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How wild and ferocious do you have to look' Depends what you’re trying to accomplish. This mask, encrusted with teeth, fur, human hair, and countless protuberances resembling horns or tusks, was used in ceremonies performed to command authority, administer justice, and detect wrongdoers. The little bells added an aural element to the powerful appearance of the mask itself.