Dance mask – Wood – Baule – Ivory Coast

Description

Great dance mask, from the BAULE people of Ivory Coast.
This superb mask is carved in one piece of wood.
The item present a very fine shape, with scarification’s on the face, and a superb hairstyle.
Great dark painted patina, with shades of colors. Good condition with a nice aged patina with traces of wear and tear. There is a lion and snake on top of the mask. Symbols of power and strenght. The snake is partly damaged.

Provenance: former private collection from Italy.

Object:

Mask

Ethnic group:

Baule

Country:

Ivory Coast

Material:

Wood

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

48x28x15 cm

Weight:

1500 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $250.00

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Dance mask – Wood – Baule – Ivory Coast

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