Mask - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire

Wooden mask - Baoulé – Ivory Coast

This wooden mask draws inspiration from the art of the Baoulé people, primarily established in the center of the Ivory Coast. The Baoulé are renowned for the finesse of their sculptures and the elegance of their creations, where the balance of forms and the precision of features occupy a fundamental place. Their artistic tradition is distinguished by a search for harmony and a great sensitivity in the treatment of faces.

Carved in wood, this mask presents a slender silhouette with soft and controlled lines. The facial details, carefully worked, convey a high attention to proportions and expression. The overall impression is one of balance and refined sobriety, reinforced by the quality of the modeling. Both decorative and expressive, this piece naturally fits into an art collection or into an interior that favors a contemporary aesthetic.