Dan maou african/Tribal art mask 16" Cote D Ivoire

Description

View Dan maou african/Tribal art mask 16" Cote D Ivoire with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Raw Earth USA presents this exceptional Dan maou mask from Cote de Ivoire. The Dan Maou people live in the northwestern part of the Dan region. Their masks are distinguished by a long beak-like form at the chin or mouth. Raw Earth USA presents this exceptional Dan maou mask from Cote de Ivoire  The Dan Maou people live in the northwestern part of the Dan region. Their masks are distinguished by a long beak-like form at the chin or mouth. Masks like these were feared by the general population as they served a judiciary function in denouncing spell-casters This mask is approximately 16 inches tall by 6 inches wide by 6 inches deep. There are a few cracks/chips that do not compromise the integrity of the piece and only seem to add to its authenticity While there are signs of age/use true age and tribal usage is unknown  Auction includes standard USPS shipping and insurance  Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › African › 1900-Now › Masks.

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Culture

African

Handmade

Yes

Country of Origin

Côte d'Ivoire