Accession No
2004.107
Description
Mask - Papier-mache mask, possibly representing Siva. The mask shows a male face, painted white with a black moustache and a large red and multicoloured head-dress.
Place
Asia; South Asia; Nepal; Madhyapur Thimi
Period
Source
Bowmer.John
Department
Anth
Reference Numbers
2004.107; 71 [Donor's catalogue card number]
Cultural Affliation
Material
Paper; Pigment
Local Term
Siva
Measurements
Events
Context (CMS Context)
‘Donor’s Catalogue Card: “Masks 70-72 Nepal Kathmandu Valley, Thimi. Typical paper [sic] mache masks. As used for dancing, especially at Indrajatra and other festivals. ... 71 Siva (unlikely)... Purchased Thimi [19]79 +/- Rs 30 each.” M. Backhouse 10/13/2004.’
Event Date 13/10/2004
Author: maa
Description (CMS Description)
Papier-mache mask, possibly representing Siva. The mask shows a male face, painted white with a black moustache and a large red and multicoloured head-dress.
Event Date 13/10/2004
Author: maa
FM:265155
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