Wood, Gbon Mask, Senufo People, Cote d’Ivoire, Early
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Senufo People, Cote d’Ivoire, early 20th century
Mask only dimensions (length x width x height): 20 ½ x 9 x 9 in. (52.1 x 22.9 x 22.9 cm)
Good condition
Provenance: Olivier Castellano, Paris
Senufo People, Cote d’Ivoire, early 20th century
Mask only dimensions (length x width x height): 20 ½ x 9 x 9 in. (52.1 x 22.9 x 22.9 cm)
Good condition
Provenance: Olivier Castellano, Paris
Used by both Poro and non-Poro male societies, these helmet masks embodied an aggressive supernatural power to combat any forces that might disrupt the well-being of the community.
The mask is in good condition with minor surface abrasion to the top of the head and eyes. There is minor rim abrasion and two small, stable cracks present on the rim. The mask alone measures 20 ½ x 9 x 9 in. (length x width x height).
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Wood, Gbon Mask, Senufo People, Cote d’Ivoire, Early
Estimate $4,800 - $6,000
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