Description: This Guro mask and many of the other masks are representations of the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. Each mask is similar but not identical with horns that represent the spiritual power and is believed by the tribe to have magic powers to protect the human way of life of the owner and the tribe. The Guro mask is very unique and has a combination of human and animal traits and imaginary beasts. Birds of different kinds can often be seen carved into the mask such as the horn bill or other large, billed birds. These masks were commonly used during the traditional ceremonies such as funerals, animal sacrifices and weddings, today the people of Ivory Coast honor their ancestors with traditional dance and the mask represents their loyalty to the past. 16"L x 6"W.
Price: 95 USD
Location: Rutherford, New Jersey
End Time: 2024-09-24T17:05:41.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A USD
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Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
Item must be returned within: 30 Days
Refund will be given as: Money Back
Provenance: Ownership History Available
TRIBE: AFRICAN Baule MASK
collectibles: african masks antiques
collection: Tribal African masks
source: central african mask
tribal: primitive art mask
Modified Item: No
Area: west african mask
production method: carved wooden mask
material: vintage home living mask
intended: Home Décor mask
style: intage home living mask
Time Period Manufactured: 1920
Country/Region of Manufacture: Côte d'Ivoire
hanging: Wall Hanging mask
TYPE: African Mask
Handmade: Yes
Culture: African
