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1955

  • We acquired this object.

  • Work on this object ended.

2016

2025

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Waq'ollo (mask) (Peru), 20th century

This is a Waq'ollo (mask). It is dated 20th century and we acquired it in 1955. Its medium is wool and its technique is knitted. It is a part of the Textiles department.

This object was donated by Vera Maxwell.

Cite this object as

Waq'ollo (mask) (Peru), 20th century; wool; 1955-76-9

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