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Paper mache mask

Object

Mask

Production date

2019

Object number

2026.58

Physical Description

Jun Mo Generation paper mache mask. Red, white and orange

Material

Papier mache

Dimension

Height: 240mm
Width: 165mm
Depth: 65mm

Exhibition Label

From the 2024 exhibition 'Making Carnival':

Jun Mo Generations is a Far East Asian carnival arts organisation established in Hackney in the 1980's and officially formed in 1991.
The group has participated in the Notting Hill Carnival since 1990 and Hackney parades and festivals since 1980's. On the road, they showcase East Asian culture combined with African and Caribbean arts through vibrant costumes and performances. On the road, they dance to Soca.
The organization collaborates with many communities, engaging families and members at the Borough's local events and celebrating East Asian heritage.

Masks worn at Hackney Carnival, 2019, courtesy Sindy Man

On display?

No