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.