Mask - Côte d’Ivoire (No reserve price)

The twin masks, called Nda, are also characteristic of this ethnic group. In this magnificent Baoulé mask, you can find all the hallmarks of masks from this ethnicity. Hard wood, a smooth and glossy patina, neatly styled hair, a radiant face and triangles on either side of the face symbolizing sunbeams, frontal scarifications. Polychrome painting is also a specialty of this ethnicity. This mask is among the rare masks that appear during entertainment ceremonies. The twin mask symbolizes the unity of a successful twinship.