Ogre Mask (Taotie)

Cleveland Museum of Art

Pale green, carved jade object with a symmetrical design. The object is roughly rectangular with a curved top edge. The design features a central horizontal element with a rounded, nose-like protrusion and two curved, spiral motifs on either side. Two vertical elements flank the central design, each with a spiral pattern. The bottom of the object has a similar curved, spiral design. The jade object has small brown spots throughout. The background is black, gradually fading to dark grey at the bottom.