Tin Mask
Tin Mask
Tin Mask

Tin Mask


Collection

Dan Przybylski Collection


Identifier

PR11


Artist

unknown


Description

This is a tin mask from Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico. Taxco is known for its art made from metals, mostly tin, copper and brass. The tinsmiths of Taxco use a variety of techniques such as stamping and engraving to create the design and decoration of the masks. This mask was made for the tourist trade but shows the craftmanship of the artist.


Medium

metal

Width

8.5in

Height

11.5in

Length

4in

Where Made (Region)

Taxco

Where Made (Country)

Mexico

Related place

Mexico

How Acquired

Donation

When Acquired

Oct 10 2018

Name of Donor

Austin Friends of Folk Art