AFRICAN DAN PEOPLE MANDE CARVED WOOD TRIBAL MASK
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Description
A traditional African hand carved wood tribal mask of the Dan people, a Mande ethnic group from northwestern Ivory Coast and neighboring Liberia. They are officially known as Yacouba in Ivory Coast. The oval face is depicted with narrow metal fitted eyes, a downward expanding nose, and a mouth with full protruding lips. Set in a construction in fabric. The Dan people call these masks as gle or ge, terms that refer both to the physical mask and the individual spirits the mask is believed to embody during masquerade performances. Traditional African Wooden Masks And Tribal Art Collectibles.
Dimensions: Mask length without fabric 10 in. All measurements are approximate.
Condition
Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold As Is.
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AFRICAN DAN PEOPLE MANDE CARVED WOOD TRIBAL MASK
Estimate $100 - $150
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