AFRICAN ART GURO HAND CARVED PAINTED WOOD DANCE MASKS
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A pair of rare African Guro Cote dIvoire hand carved and hand painted dance masks from the Ivory Coast of Africa. The masks depict spirit characters featuring horns and human and animal figurines on the top. Each mask is handmade by the dancer. Guro mask represents the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble a supernatural being. Important characteristics of note found in Guro art are; A skillful combination of human and animal forms. Notable features on masks, are almond shaped eyes, rounded foreheads, finely sculptured nose and mouth with small but sprouting lips. Hairdos and headdress are delicately sculptured and elaborate. The masks are normally colorful and coated with natural dyes. Circa: 20th century. Traditional African Wooden Masks And Tribal Art Collectibles.
Dimensions: Overall size: 8 x 29 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
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