Spirit Mask (baba) c. 1950

This "Spirit Mask (baba)" is a traditional piece of artwork from the Abelam people of Papua New Guinea, created around 1950. The mask is crafted from woven materials and features a distinctive design, with an oval-shaped front and a large, central eye opening decorated with intricate patterns. This mask, currently housed at the Minneapolis Institute of Art, exemplifies the Abelam people's artistic traditions and serves as a tangible link to their cultural heritage.