Great wooden mask from the DAN people of Ivory Coast. Small Dan Maou mask in the shape of a human face topped with short twisted horns with a long bird's beak extending from the chin. Like the Dan and the We, the Maou make miniature versions of their large masks to use as personal protection charms. Like the masks of the Komo society of the Bamana, the Maou masks are heavily encrusted with sacrificial materials. Beautiful sacrificial patina of use.
Beautifull aged patina on the mask. Good condition with traces of tribal use.

Provenance: former private collection from Germany.




Object

Maou Mask



Ethnic group:

Dan



Country:

Ivory Coast



Material:

Wood



Estimated period:

Mid 20th century



Sold with stand:

No



Dimensions:

24x8x5 cm



Weight:

140 gram



Condition:

Good condition, used with some signs of wear

Reserve: $100.00

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