Zamblé Mask - Gouro - Côte d'Ivoire
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Original Zamblé Gouro wooden mask from Côte d’Ivoire, a ritual mask of the Gouro culture, with dimensions 365 × 110 × 85 mm and weight 0.680 kg, in good condition.
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Ivory Coast
Gouro
Wood
Height: 365mm
Width: 110mm
Depth: 85mm
Old tribal repair at the top rear with a metal staple, see photo of the back.
Zamblé Gouro mask from Ivory Coast. This type of mask, very colorful, animalistic, with long horns, is one of the most emblematic and powerful masks of the entire Gouro culture.
Zamblé: the masculine, hybrid, and dreaded mask.
Zamblé is a mythical hero and a bush spirit.
It combines features of:
- leopard
- antelope
- crocodile
- supernatural genius
This is not a real animal: it is a composite creature, symbolizing power, speed, danger, and beauty.
The Zamblé mask was used for:
1. Prestigious ritual dance
Zamblé is danced during:
- major village celebrations
- honor ceremonies
- visits of important guests
- celebrations of social cohesion
It is a spectacular, fast, acrobatic mask that impresses with its virtuosity.
2. Spiritual protection
Zamblé is considered a protector of the village.
It serves to:
- ward off negative forces
- purify a space
- restore balance after a serious event
- protect lineages
It acts as a guardian.
3. Important funerals
Zamblé appears to accompany:
- the funerals of prestigious men
- rites of passage
- mourning-closing rituals
- it dances to honor the deceased and open passage between worlds.
4. Social and moral role
Zamblé can intervene to:
- remind the village rules
- support the authority of the elders
- maintain order
It is respected, sometimes feared.
3. Why these vivid colors?
Unlike the Baoulé or the Senoufo, the Gouro use:
- very bright colors
- geometric patterns
- strong contrasts
This reinforces:
- the mask’s visibility in dance
- its supernatural character
- its role as a sacred spectacle
Conclusion
This Zamblé mask was used to:
➤ embody a powerful hybrid spirit
➤ dance at major ceremonies
➤ protect the village and purify the space
➤ accompany prestigious funerals
➤ reinforce social order and the authority of the elders
It is a ritual, danced, spectacular mask, at the heart of Gouro identity.
Packages are shipped Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery in France in 1 to 3 days via Chronopost, 2 to 5 days throughout the European Union.
Delivery to the rest of Europe and worldwide via Colissimo International.
We speak english
Mask african art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateIvory Coast
Gouro
Wood
Height: 365mm
Width: 110mm
Depth: 85mm
Old tribal repair at the top rear with a metal staple, see photo of the back.
Zamblé Gouro mask from Ivory Coast. This type of mask, very colorful, animalistic, with long horns, is one of the most emblematic and powerful masks of the entire Gouro culture.
Zamblé: the masculine, hybrid, and dreaded mask.
Zamblé is a mythical hero and a bush spirit.
It combines features of:
- leopard
- antelope
- crocodile
- supernatural genius
This is not a real animal: it is a composite creature, symbolizing power, speed, danger, and beauty.
The Zamblé mask was used for:
1. Prestigious ritual dance
Zamblé is danced during:
- major village celebrations
- honor ceremonies
- visits of important guests
- celebrations of social cohesion
It is a spectacular, fast, acrobatic mask that impresses with its virtuosity.
2. Spiritual protection
Zamblé is considered a protector of the village.
It serves to:
- ward off negative forces
- purify a space
- restore balance after a serious event
- protect lineages
It acts as a guardian.
3. Important funerals
Zamblé appears to accompany:
- the funerals of prestigious men
- rites of passage
- mourning-closing rituals
- it dances to honor the deceased and open passage between worlds.
4. Social and moral role
Zamblé can intervene to:
- remind the village rules
- support the authority of the elders
- maintain order
It is respected, sometimes feared.
3. Why these vivid colors?
Unlike the Baoulé or the Senoufo, the Gouro use:
- very bright colors
- geometric patterns
- strong contrasts
This reinforces:
- the mask’s visibility in dance
- its supernatural character
- its role as a sacred spectacle
Conclusion
This Zamblé mask was used to:
➤ embody a powerful hybrid spirit
➤ dance at major ceremonies
➤ protect the village and purify the space
➤ accompany prestigious funerals
➤ reinforce social order and the authority of the elders
It is a ritual, danced, spectacular mask, at the heart of Gouro identity.
Packages are shipped Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery in France in 1 to 3 days via Chronopost, 2 to 5 days throughout the European Union.
Delivery to the rest of Europe and worldwide via Colissimo International.
We speak english
Mask african art Afrikanische Maskenkunst arte de máscaras africanas arte delle maschere africane
statue african art Arte de estatuas africanas arte delle statue africane Afrikanische Maskenkunst
Máscara de estatua de galería de arte africano
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Indigenous object name
Zamblé Mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Gouro
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Weight
0.68 kg
Authenticity
Original/official
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