-Passport- mask Date Unknown

This small wooden mask, titled "-Passport-", is a fascinating example of African art. The anonymous artist, likely from an unknown location, skillfully carved a human face with prominent features, emphasizing the eyes, nose, and mouth. The dark patina and the small, intimate scale suggest a connection to personal or ritualistic practices. Now housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, it provides a glimpse into the rich and diverse visual traditions of Africa.