Early 20th Century Mexican Dance Mask with Snake Nose interesting bell Believed to have shape-shifting qualities

Believed to have shape-shifting qualities and called upon in ritual in order to clarify visions

tension closure

the bowl itself measures 4 1/4" in diameter and 1 3/4" tall

It's definitely got some years on it

The dowel at the top measures 24" x 1

Early 20th Century Mexican Dance Mask with Snake Nose interesting bell Believed to have shape-shifting qualitiesHow much fun it would be to wear this carved and painted wooden mask with this long, slithering snake emanating from its nose! Pretty great just hung on the wall though, with its red tongue confronting you at eye level! I am sure this piece is Mexican, and I believe it dates from the early 20th century when it would have been used as a festival dance mask. I love the directness and simplicity of the black face, setting off the red, black and green