The Rubin Museum wasn’t what I expected it to be, especially compared to the big museums in the city. However, it was still an interesting trip to make. Many of the artwork were from different cultures/religions. One specific artwork that caught my attention was the “Coral Mask of Begtse”. It was a big mask that came from Mongolia. A “Begtse” is known to the Mongolians as a protector. The mask contained a crown which was made up of skulls. It’s facial hair was strategically arranged to help it portray it’s image as a protector. On the opposite side of the museum was another mask that was comparable to it. This mask really stood out to me, as well as many of my other classmates because of it’s angry face, and also because of the use of the vivid color coral.
Overall, I liked the time that was spent in the museum.
