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20. Monpa Mask #4 India; Arunchal Pradesh 18th-19th c. wood 9 3/4 inches tall |
 Detail: 3/4 view looking left This fine and delicately carved mask exhibits many of the distinguishing qualities of the Monpa tradition; relatively light wood, delicately carved, well proportioned and pleasing features, and fine patina. The figure may represent the acarya, or teacher, who was often portaryed as a comic character in some of the troupe dances. |
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