Mask, Bronze, Chinese Collection Rijksmuseum.
Summary
The human face is only rarely found on ancient Chinese bronzes. This mask features large ears, bulging eyes, a huge nose, and an enormous open mouth clearly revealing teeth. It must have made a terrifying impression and probably served as decoration on a shield to strike fear in the enemy’s heart.
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Date
0000
Source
Rijksmuseum
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Creative Commons CC0 1.0 Universal Public Domain Dedication ("CCO 1.0 Dedication")