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Dan Gagon Mask - Ivory Coast - African Art Tribal Art

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Dan Gagon Mask - Ivory Coast - African Art Tribal Art
Dan Gagon Mask - Ivory Coast - African Art Tribal Art
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  • Title: Dan Gagon Mask - Ivory Coast - African Art Tribal Art
  • Date Period: Mid 20th century
  • Origin: RCI, Ivory Coast
  • Dimension: 17,72 Inch
  • Weight: 1,76 Pounds
  • Materials: Wood, fibers, hair, cowrie shells, metal
  • Item Type: Mask
  • Additional Information: Despite the presence of circular eyes facilitating the race of the Gunyéya , the mouth turning into a curved beak with a hair top allows to identify it as belonging to the category of masks gagon . This mask occurs during important festivals in the north of the region dan. Renowned in African art, the Yacouba , also known as Dan , have settled in western Côte d'Ivoire but also in Liberia. They are known for their traditional masks and dances, sacred or profane. The villages were run by a leader elected for his status. Their masks, of varied design, usually occur during highly theatrical entertainment parties where women play a leading role. The so-called Mask, called Deanglé defines an ideal of beauty and benevolence because it is carved in honour of the village's young girls or renowned men. Also used during circumcision rites, they appear in the company of gle and large masks go-ge relating to the go society, which exercises justice and maintains social stability.
  • Note: Stand not included.

    Reserve: $271.00

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    Dan Gagon Mask - Ivory Coast - African Art Tribal Art

    Estimate $350 - $400
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    Starting Price $200
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