ANTIQUE AFRICAN IVORY COAST CARVED WOOD DAN MASK
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Description
A large and very impressive hand-carved baobab wood Dan people helmet mask from the African Coast region, West Africa. The mask is decorated with chicken feathers and cowrie shells. Dan people is a Mande ethnic group from northwestern Ivory Coast and neighboring Liberia. They are officially known as Yacouba in Ivory Coast. Such masks represent the most powerful embodiment of spiritual forces, called gle. Traditional African Wooden Masks And Tribal Art Collectibles.
Dimensions: Overall size: 12 1/2 x 27 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good condition. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
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ANTIQUE AFRICAN IVORY COAST CARVED WOOD DAN MASK
Estimate $100 - $150
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