Poluchrome mask representing Marurassa from Kolam play

Made:
1771-1920 in Sri Lanka
maker:
Sinhalese people
Painted wooden mask, polychrome Painted wooden mask, polychrome

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Painted wooden mask, polychrome
Science Museum Group
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Painted wooden mask, polychrome
Science Museum Group Collection
© The Board of Trustees of the Science Museum

Painted wooden mask, polychrome, with ear-pieces and movable jaw both repaired, representing demon head surmounted by flaming 2-tier headdress, probably marurassa from kolam marked play, Sinhalese, 1771-1920

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A232391
Materials:
complete and wood
Measurements:
overall: 456 mm x 455 mm x 220 mm,
type:
mask
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)