This mask was carved in the style of the Dan people of Ivory Coast. The mask features a human face carved in typical Dan fashion. It measures 9 inches tall, 13 inches tall including stand, and weighs 3 pounds. There is a repair to the back rim of the mask and some cracking, scuffing and general wear and tear throughout – please inspect photos.
Timeworn Dan Style Mask 13″ on Stand – Ivory Coast – African Art
$125.00
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| Type of Object | Face Mask |
|---|---|
| Country of Origin | Ivory Coast, Liberia |
| Ethnicity | Dan |
| Material | Wood, Pigment |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Height (Inches) | 9" mask | 13" on stand |
| Width (Inches) | 5.75" |
| Depth (Inches) | 3" mask | 4.5" stand |
| Weight (Pounds) | 0.5 lbs mask | 3 lbs including stand |
| Overall Condition | Some cracking, scuffing and general wear and tear throughout. |
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Tribe Information
About the Dan People
The Dan are known for their superb woodwork. Masks are the single most paramount form of artwork created by the Dan, creating a bridge between the supernatural and physical worlds.
Read more about the Dan here.
Additional Information
Dan Masks
“Dan masks are characterized by a concave face, a pointed chin, a protruding mouth, an upturned nose, a high-domed forehead, and are often covered in a rich brown patina. Similar masks are found throughout the country, but regional stylistic variations occur. For example, northern face masks tend to have very fine features, a high-domed smooth forehead, eyes set in the middle of the face and a very smooth brown patina obtained by immersing the masks in a pool of mud. Southern masks, on the other hand, have protruding features and a rougher patina obtained by applying vegetal pigments.”
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