Ethnographic artifacts are utilitarian or decorative objects that are specific to a given culture. West Valley Art Museum collects these artifacts and exhibits them with its Ethnic Dress Collection in order to enhance the exhibits and provide its viewers with additional information about these cultures.
Bwoom Mask, c. 19th century
Bakuba: Kasai region, Congo
wood, copper, cowry shells,
beads, Zebra hair, woven fabric |
New Guinea Mask
Circa late 19th century
wood |
Shrine Figure, 19th century
Ibo, Nigeria, West Africa
Wood |
Square Teapot
Japanese, c. 17th century
ceramic |
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