Mask Mahou 97cm - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire
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Masque Mahou 97cm, a Dan mask from Côte d'Ivoire dating to the late 20th century, carved in wood (Bois), 97 cm high and 57 cm wide, in excellent condition, authentic/original, sold without a stand.
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This type of mask belongs to the Koma family, whose function is to detect or eliminate any form of sorcery: the Koma Ba (female mask) attracts harmful beings, while the Koma Su (male mask) destroys them. The hairstyle of this mask would suggest that it is feminine. When a Koma Ba mask has a crusty patina (which is not the case here), it means that it has received offerings.
This mask is supposed to contain magical substances that protect its wearer, who, as a reminder, must call to himself the forces and the malignant beings.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined 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 chosen 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, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
Translated by Google TranslateThis type of mask belongs to the Koma family, whose function is to detect or eliminate any form of sorcery: the Koma Ba (female mask) attracts harmful beings, while the Koma Su (male mask) destroys them. The hairstyle of this mask would suggest that it is feminine. When a Koma Ba mask has a crusty patina (which is not the case here), it means that it has received offerings.
This mask is supposed to contain magical substances that protect its wearer, who, as a reminder, must call to himself the forces and the malignant beings.
Seller's Story
Totem Galerie– African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to the discovery and celebration of both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery brings together a refined 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 chosen 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, Totem Galerie highlights ancient works full of meaning while also creating a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists.
More than just a gallery, Totem Galerie is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Ethnic group/ culture
Dan
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No'
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Mask Mahou 97cm
Height
97 cm
Width
57 cm
Authenticity
Original/official
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