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Alor mask

Alor mask
 (1970s)

Medium
synthetic polymer paint on wood, feathers, fibre, plant roots, cane, polyester and cotton
Measurements
(a-b) 65.2 × 39.5 × 42.7 cm (overall) (variable)
Place/s of Execution
East New Britain Province, New Britain, Papua New Guinea
Accession Number
2005.389.a-b
Department
Pacific Art
Credit Line
National Gallery of Victoria, Melbourne
Presented through the NGV Foundation by Todd Barlin, Governor, 2005
© Tolai people
This digital record has been made available on NGV Collection Online through the generous support of The Vizard Foundation
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Gallery location
Not on display
Physical description
Stylised carved mask with a feather headdress worn by men during initiation ceremonies and cultural festivals. These masks are used to adorn special structural platforms and houses for special celebrations.