Mask

P807

From: Borneo | Dutch West Borneo | Mendalam River

Curatorial Section: Oceanian

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Object Number P807
Current Location Collections Storage
Culture Kayan
Provenience Borneo | Dutch West Borneo | Mendalam River
Section Oceanian
Materials Wood | Peel | Pigment
Description

Hudoh. Worn in the dances during the feasts. Mask with bulging eyes. Triangular protrusion, extending above the eyes. Chin pointed. Ears attached at the side, one ear has a repair. Painted in white and black. Two teeth shaped earrings associated with object.

Height 35.56 cm
Width 26.67 cm
Credit Line Gift of Alfred C. Harrison Jr. and Dr. H. M. Hiller, 1899
Other Number 4 - Other Number

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