Ge Gon Mask – Wood – Dan – Ivory Coast

Description

Great wooden Ge Gon / bird mask from the DAN people of Ivory Coast. The hornbill plays a central role in the ancient mythology of the DAN. Unlike for the northern DAN groups (Kono, Kpelle, Mano, etc…), who represent this mythical bird with a Ge Gon mask type (with a beak, a black beard, a textile hat with feathers), the DAN-MAU subgroup rather uses this type of long beak against witchcraft.
Beautifull aged patina on the mask. Good condition with traces of tribal use.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.

Object

Ge Gon Mask

Ethnic group:

Dan

Country:

Ivory Coast

Material:

Wood, Feathers

Estimated period:

Mid 20th century

Sold with stand:

No

Dimensions:

32x20x18 cm

Weight:

1200 gram

Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $180.00

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Ge Gon Mask – Wood – Dan – Ivory Coast

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Estimate $200-$250May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM EDT

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