Gongoli Mask

A bell-shaped blackened iron gong, formed by two triangular pieces of iron, joined at the top by a thick iron stem. It has a leather loop for carrying.

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Further Information

• Type: Musical instruments
• Object: Gongoli Mask
• Materials: Metal, Leather, animal skin
• Culture Group: Mende
• Dimensions: 180mm [L] x 76mm x 56mm
• Production Date: Pre 1960
• Associated Places: Unknown
• Associated People: Guy Massie-Taylor (Collector)
• Museum: Glasgow Museums
• Accession Number: GLAMG:A.1985.13.ev

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