2731 – Balinese Mask

Physical description:
Carved and painted wooden mask from Bali, probably representing an animal spirit. The face is red, and resembles a cross between a lion and a fox, with a mane of hair, pointed ears and fearsome teeth.
Museum classification:
Protection
Size:
205 x 240 x 110
Information:

Although no doubt this mask was made as a tourist souvenir, it is probably based on the masks used in ancient shamanic rituals.

Resource:
Object
Materials:
Wood

Although no doubt this mask was made as a tourist souvenir, it is probably based on the masks used in ancient shamanic rituals.