Mask - Africa (No reserve price)

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Gouro wooden mask from Côte d'Ivoire, carved wood, height 0.83 cm, in good condition with age-related wear.

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The Gouro constitute one of the most important ethnic groups in Côte d'Ivoire. They are regarded, together with the Gagou/Gban, as the oldest peoples in the territory. Gouro women are renowned as fierce entrepreneurs, leaders in the farming sector. The Zaouli mask/dance, inscribed on UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list since December 6, 2017, is an Ivorian cultural showcase.

The Gouro constitute one of the most important ethnic groups in Côte d'Ivoire. They are regarded, together with the Gagou/Gban, as the oldest peoples in the territory. Gouro women are renowned as fierce entrepreneurs, leaders in the farming sector. The Zaouli mask/dance, inscribed on UNESCO's intangible cultural heritage list since December 6, 2017, is an Ivorian cultural showcase.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Africa
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
0.83 cm
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Objects sold
92.86%
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