€ 299,00
In stock
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 |