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Male Face Mask (Chihongo)

Chokwe, Angola or Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa · Mid–late 19th century · Wood, raffia, burlap, turaco feathers, guinea fowl feathers, and pigment

From the collection of Art Institute of Chicago. Free to download, adapt and use — no permission needed.

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wood (plant material)masks carving chokwe featherwork raffia burlap feather arts of Africa pigment Mask

Credit lineMale Face Mask (Chihongo). Mid–late 19th century. Chokwe, Angola or Democratic Republic of the Congo, Central Africa. The Art Institute of Chicago, Purchased with funds provided by Mrs. James W. Alsdorf. CC0.

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