Buddhist ceremonial fringed mask

Mongolian Collection

Accession Nr.: 95.39.1
Type: textile; costumes; religious/ritual equipment
Date of production:
20th century
Place of production:
Materials: velvet
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