Dan Mask 32 cm Ivory Coast African Art

Description

View Dan Mask 32 cm Ivory Coast African Art with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Also used during circumcision rites. They are known for their traditional, sacred, or secular dances. These masks intervene in conflict resolution processes, when the village chief has failed to resolve an issue. Dan masks have the particularity of not being representations of the spirit of the bush but of actually being its embodiment Diamond half-open lips. Dan masks typically occur during very theatrical entertainment parties where women play a leading role. The so-called "mocking" mask called "Angled", defines an ideal of beauty and benevolence. As it is carved in honor of village girls or renowned men. Also used during circumcision rites. Condition: correct condition. Category: Antiques › Ethnographic › African › Sculptures & Statues.

Authenticity

Reproduction

Country of Origin

Ivory Coast

Height

32 cm

Length

10 cm

Material

Wood, Natural Pigments, Cauris, Fabric, Vegetable Fibers,

Origin

Africa

Period

1990 and after

Type

Mask

Unit Quantity

1

Unit of measurement

Kg

Weight

0.886 gr

Width

30 cm