helmet mask for Poro association
helmet mask for Poro association
Culture
Gola people
Creation date
1920-1950
Materials
wood, pigment, fiber, iron
Dimensions
22 x 9 1/2 x 9 1/2 in.
Credit line
Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harrison Eiteljorg
Accession number
1989.379
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The black surface, abstract designs and neck rings in this helmet mask represent Gola criteria of female beauty. Masks such as this are worn by men and are accompanied by a garment made of raffia, a plant fiber grown in the area.
