MS-115-021: Cowrie Shell Mask
Item
Collection number: MS-115-021
Scope and Contents
Description: Mask. Media: Wood, beads, cowry, seed pods, and canvas. Size: 30 1/2" x 12" x 13 1/2". Surface: Heavily soiled, especially beaded areas and canvas; chips/abrasions at edge of left nostril, front edge, and left ear; stains throughout beard. Stability: Beads loose at left temple and forehead, missing one inch area a lobe of left ear, broken shell at top of lead towards the left of the front, substantial cracking. Infestation: Cobwebs in recessed areas, eyes, ears, mouth, etc.
Dates
- Acquired: 2011-08-26
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is open for research.
Extent
From the Collection: 34.00 artifact
Language
From the Collection: English
Private Title
ms-115-021
Repository Details
Part of the Valdosta State University Archives and Special Collections Repository
Contact:
Valdosta State University Archives, Odum Library
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta GA 30601 United States
7063728116
229-259-5055 (Fax)
archives@valdosta.edu
Valdosta State University Archives, Odum Library
1500 N. Patterson St.
Valdosta GA 30601 United States
7063728116
229-259-5055 (Fax)
archives@valdosta.edu