Title: African Ivory Mask
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Period: Unassigned
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Condition: Museum Quality
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Item ID: 114
This is a mask carved out of ivory. believed to be dated from the 19th Century. This mask was actually not worn over the face, but rather as a pendant, either around the neck like a necklace or hanging from the persons hip, like a belt. Looking closely, these masks were passed down from generation to generation, gaining spiritual powers accumulated through the ages. African masks represent a potential threat to those who sculpted or guarded them, and to their immediate relatives as well. The mask object was to protect such individuals from the damaging forces. Worn around the neck, reveals a respect and proper appreciation of the power that resides within a mask.
