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Horned masks

Scope note

Use for African masks characterized by animal horns, whether real or imitation, projecting from the top of the mask.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

3000262833

Broader Terms used

masks (costume)

Term used for

mask, horned
masks, horned

Equivalent Terms used

horned mask

Created

13yrs ago

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