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Boar-bhuta mask
18th–19th century
Dallas Museum of Art
Dallas, United States
This boar mask represents a spirit figure. It was used in ceremonial dance performances for prosperity. Through the ceremonial dances, Hindus communicate with the heavenly world. Masks like this one embody powerful animal spirits of nature like boars, tigers, and water buffalo.
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Details
- Title: Boar-bhuta mask
- Date Created: 18th–19th century
- Physical Dimensions: Height: 16 3/4 in. (42.55 cm) Width: 18 1/4 in. (46.36 cm) Depth (with tongue extended): 12 3/4 in. (32.39 cm)
- Type: Costume
- External Link: https://www.dma.org/object/artwork/5322309/
- Medium: Bronze
- Credit Line: Dallas Museum of Art, gift of David T. Owsley via the Alvin and Lucy Owsley Foundation
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