Renwick Gallery of the Smithsonian American Art Museum
Mexican Masks
September 29, 1978 – May 20, 1979
On view are 75 contemporary works, created from a variety of materials, for use in the festive and religious life of Mexico.
Masks resembling devils, hermits, skulls, dragons, owls, and crocodiles are made of wood, leather, gourds, clay, tin, paper mache or fibers.
Organized by Renwick, in conjunction with the national symposium, "Mexico Today."
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