- Dan culture
- Dan Anthropomorphic and Zoomorphic Maskette
- Wood carving
- 3.5 x 14.5 in (8.89 x 36.83 cm)
- Inv: 2023.1.41
Miniature masks are powerful charms for the Dan. They are kept hidden, destined for personal protection or enhancement. They can be kept on a private altar and sacrifices can be made to them to advance interests in an undertaking or to counter witchcraft.
- Collections: Permanent Art Collection, Wickstrom Collection of African Art
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