Buddhist ceremonial fringed mask
Accession Nr.: | 95.39.1 |
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Type: | textile; costumes; religious/ritual equipment |
Date of production: |
20th century
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Place of production: |
Materials: | velvet |
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Dimensions: | height: 31 cm |
A hemispherical headdress covering the eyes used in Buddhist ceremonies is made of black velvet with a top sewn into two spheres. The top is decorated with an egg-shaped glass imitating a precious stone. Fringes and cords hang down from the headdress. Related pieces with the HFM_95.3.1 numbered Ritual crown