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Mouth mask probably depicting the head of a rooster (wood, boar tusks, clam shell
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Mouth mask probably depicting the head of a rooster (wood, boar tusks, clam shell
1071169 Mouth mask probably depicting the head of a rooster (wood, boar tusks, clam shell, mother-of-pearl, buffalo horn, resinous material & pigment) by Indonesian School, (19th century); 14x16.2x14.6 cm; Dallas Museum of Art, Texas, USA; (add.info.: From the Leti Islands, part of the Maluku Islands of Indonesia.); The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc.; Indonesian, out of copyright
Media ID 22204044
© The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund, Inc. / Bridgeman Images
Anthropological Anthropology Artefact Artefacts Artifact Artifacts Ethnographic Feather Feathers Indonesia Indonesian Maluku Islands Mask Masks Mouth Plumage Rooster Roosters Southeast Asia Southeast Asian Tusk Tusks Ethnography
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This print showcases a unique and intricate mouth mask, believed to depict the head of a rooster. Crafted with various materials such as wood, boar tusks, clam shell, mother-of-pearl, buffalo horn, resinous material, and pigment; this 19th-century Indonesian artifact is truly a work of art. Measuring at 14x16.2x14.6 cm and currently housed in the Dallas Museum of Art in Texas, USA; this piece holds immense cultural significance from the Leti Islands within the Maluku Islands of Indonesia. The Eugene and Margaret McDermott Art Fund Inc. , played an instrumental role in acquiring this masterpiece. The craftsmanship displayed on this mouth mask is awe-inspiring - every detail meticulously carved to perfection. The use of vibrant pigments brings life to its feathers while the incorporation of boar tusks adds an element of strength and power. As we delve into its origins within Southeast Asia's rich heritage, it becomes apparent that this artifact serves as both an ethnographic and anthropological treasure. It offers us a glimpse into the traditions and beliefs held by communities residing on the Leti Islands. With its feathered plumage delicately arranged around its beak-like mouthpiece, one cannot help but marvel at how seamlessly nature intertwines with artistic expression through this remarkable creation. This photograph allows us to appreciate not only its aesthetic beauty but also invites contemplation about our connection with ancient cultures across time and space.
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