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Dance Mask

Joseph Coyle

National Gallery of Art

This is a drawing of a ceremonial mask. The mask has bold angular features with a prominent nose and expressive eyes, highlighted with black, white, and reddish-brown hues. It is adorned with two tall, curved feather-like structures extending upwards. The top of the mask is accentuated with dark tufts. The mask features geometric patterns and decorative accents.

Artwork Details

Date
1935/1942
Medium
watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper
Dimensions
3471 × 4610 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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