War Mask
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War Mask

TitleWar Mask
Date12th–14th century 12th century
MediumIron, copper alloy
ClassificationArmor Parts-Masks
OriginMongolian or Tibetan
Holding institutionThe Metropolitan Museum of Art
Credit linePurchase, Arthur Ochs Sulzberger Gift, 2007
RightsPublic domain (CC0). Free to use for any purpose.

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“War Mask” is a work of unattributed authorship, dated 12th–14th century. It is executed in iron, copper alloy and classified as armor parts-masks. This work is in the public domain (CC0), so the image may be downloaded and reused for any purpose without permission (see the licence note below).

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