Mask of Fire - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire
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Dan fire mask in blackened, polished wood from Côte d'Ivoire, height 24 cm, width 1 cm, depth 1 cm, mid-20th century, provenance private collection, authenticity Original/officiel, condition good.
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Description from the seller
A blackened and polished wooden Mask-Dan partially covered by a red fabric band, originally from military trousers.
This is a "firefighter" mask that was worn during dances to protect against fires.
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A blackened and polished wooden Mask-Dan partially covered by a red fabric band, originally from military trousers.
This is a "firefighter" mask that was worn during dances to protect against fires.
Presentation of our expertise house
Based in Belgium, our expertise and sales house specializes in African and ethnographic art. A leading seller on Catawiki for over 8 years, we enjoy a solid reputation and a history of several hundred sales with a nearly 100% customer satisfaction rate.
We regularly assist with liquidations, successions, and dispersals of collections, in collaboration with private individuals and families in Belgium and neighboring countries. Our approach is rigorous, transparent, and accessible, with many sales offered without a reserve price.
Some pieces that have passed through our hands have joined international private collections and, for some, museum institutions.
Shipping guaranteed within 24 hours, with careful packaging, insurance, and tracking.
Contact 7 days a week: we remain available for any questions or requests for additional information.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask of Fire
Ethnic group/ culture
Dan
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Height
24 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
Authenticity
Original/official
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