Mask Tanglalé - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire

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Masque Tanglalé, a decorative mask of the Dan people from the West of Côte d'Ivoire, carved in wood with natural horns, seeds, cowries, beads, leather, fabric and other materials, measuring 50 x 45 cm and weighing about 3 kg.

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Ivory Coast
Dan

Decorative mask of a singer from the Dan ethnic group, of the "Tanglalé" type, originating from the western Ivory Coast.
A piece with superb ornaments, magnificent as wall decor.

Dimensions: 50 x 45 cm
Weight: about 3 kg without packaging.
Materials: wood, natural horns, natural seeds, cowries, pagne, metal bells, beads, leather, fabric, cotton, plant fibers.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Ivory Coast
Dan

Decorative mask of a singer from the Dan ethnic group, of the "Tanglalé" type, originating from the western Ivory Coast.
A piece with superb ornaments, magnificent as wall decor.

Dimensions: 50 x 45 cm
Weight: about 3 kg without packaging.
Materials: wood, natural horns, natural seeds, cowries, pagne, metal bells, beads, leather, fabric, cotton, plant fibers.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated selection of sculptures, masks, ritual objects, and artworks from various African cultures and ethnic groups, reflecting the richness and diversity of artistic expression across the continent. Each piece is selected for its aesthetic quality, authenticity, and history, offering collectors, enthusiasts, and curious visitors an immersion into the symbolic and spiritual world of African art. Bridging tradition and modernity, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Dan
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Mask Tanglalé
Height
50 cm
Width
45 cm
FranceVerified
1158
Objects sold
98.64%
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