Dance Mask

1935/1942

Joseph Coyle

Associated Names
Joseph Coyle

Artist, American, 1903 - 1963

This is a drawing of a ceremonial mask. The mask has bold angular features with a prominent nose and expressive eyes, highlighted with black, white, and reddish-brown hues. It is adorned with two tall, curved feather-like structures extending upwards. The top of the mask is accentuated with dark tufts. The mask features geometric patterns and decorative accents.

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Artwork overview

  • Medium

    watercolor, pen and ink, and graphite on paper

  • Credit Line

    Index of American Design

  • Dimensions

    overall: 39 x 29.7 cm (15 3/8 x 11 11/16 in.)

  • Accession Number

    1943.8.12619

Artwork history & notes

Wikidata ID

Q64591132

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