mask (dance & live theatre)

Basketry mask in the shape of a face shield with opening for eyes and mouth made from straw. Coloured in bands of purple, mauve, green, yellow, and orange. Long strands of coloured fibre are attached forming accentuated facial hair. Plaited vegetable fibre cords attached at the back to hold mask in place.

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