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DAN Déanglé mask of the Dan people, from Ivory Coast and Liberia, provenance from a private collection with an old inventory label 'DAN 150', in good condition.
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DAN Mask of the Déanglé type – Ivory Coast
Description of the object.
Magnificent anthropomorphic face mask of the Dan ethnic group (West region of Côte d'Ivoire / Liberia). This mask, called Déanglé (or 'mocker' mask), embodies an ideal of beauty and benevolence. It was traditionally used during festivities or to accompany young initiates.
Characteristic traits: oval face with a high, rounded forehead divided by a fine sagittal crest. The eyes are finely slit, giving a half-closed gaze filled with serenity.
Detailed carvings: presence of chevron-shaped scarifications on the cheekbones and an open mouth revealing reported teeth (bone or metal), typical of the finesse of the Dan style.
Patina and Materials: Dark and deep hardwood with a patina, partially chipped by time, indicating some age. The top is decorated with an original woven plant fiber cap.
Provenance: Item from a private collection. Presence of an old inventory label on the back bearing the mention 'DAN 150,' confirming its collection history.
Technical specifications
Ethnicity: Dan (Yacouba)
Origin: Côte d'Ivoire / Liberia
Materials: wood, natural fibers, pigments.
Condition: Good overall condition, authentic usage patina (see photos for details of the wood's natural textures).
Please take a good look at the photos, thank you!
DAN Mask of the Déanglé type – Ivory Coast
Description of the object.
Magnificent anthropomorphic face mask of the Dan ethnic group (West region of Côte d'Ivoire / Liberia). This mask, called Déanglé (or 'mocker' mask), embodies an ideal of beauty and benevolence. It was traditionally used during festivities or to accompany young initiates.
Characteristic traits: oval face with a high, rounded forehead divided by a fine sagittal crest. The eyes are finely slit, giving a half-closed gaze filled with serenity.
Detailed carvings: presence of chevron-shaped scarifications on the cheekbones and an open mouth revealing reported teeth (bone or metal), typical of the finesse of the Dan style.
Patina and Materials: Dark and deep hardwood with a patina, partially chipped by time, indicating some age. The top is decorated with an original woven plant fiber cap.
Provenance: Item from a private collection. Presence of an old inventory label on the back bearing the mention 'DAN 150,' confirming its collection history.
Technical specifications
Ethnicity: Dan (Yacouba)
Origin: Côte d'Ivoire / Liberia
Materials: wood, natural fibers, pigments.
Condition: Good overall condition, authentic usage patina (see photos for details of the wood's natural textures).
Please take a good look at the photos, thank you!
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