African Mask
05 January 2023
Description

Purchased in 1992 at Mt. Kenya Safari Club. Tag states that it is a ceremonial mask from the Baule Tribe of The Ivory Coast with influence of the You're tribe. Tag also states that it is guaranteed to have danced in rituals and ancestor worship, and also power displays before heading off to war. Approx. measurements 12 inches by 6 inches

Dimensions

12 inches by 6 inches

Provenance

1992 Mt Kenya Safari Club. Please see above description

Acquired from
Gallery/Dealer
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 4 days
By David U.
Jan 09, 13:01 UTC
Fair Market Value
$150 - $350 USD
Insurance Value $0 USD
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Hello Lisa,

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Based on the images, this is a:

Hand carved wooden Baule Mask that was produced by the Baule Tribe, most likely for a ritual. The Baule Tribe is from the Ivory Coast, between Bandana River and Nzi River in grasslands on the Continent of Africa. The circular face represents the life-giving force of the sun and the horns symbolize the great power of the buffalo

Good condition.

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