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More model informationArtist Unknown 3rd to 2nd century BCE bronze 7 x 6 1/2 x 2 1/4 in. (17.8 x 16.5 x 5.7 cm) Museum purchase through funds from Colonel C. Michael Paul
The fact that this mask was found near Piraeus, a sanctuary to Dionysus indicates that it was created as a votive offering from an actor to the god, whose festivals often inspired Greek dramatic works. This particular mask is characterized by a wide open mouth and furrowed brows, which indicate that it was employed in tragic plays. The mask’s twisted curls of hair, snub nose, glaring eyes suggest that it depicts the apotropaic figure of a Gorgon. 92.0033
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