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Masque Gle, a Bété wooden masquerade piece from the Fin du XXe siècle, measuring 32 cm high and 22 cm wide, in excellent condition and offered as a reproduction.
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Originally, the mask, called grè in Bété, is a traditional entity from the mountainous west. The glè comes from the word gla of the Guere ethnicity. It has undergone transformations throughout its journey.
The Bété masks usually appear during joyous or unfortunate events.
Since there are not really any traditional festivals, the masks are invoked during celebrations.
The Bété African masks also emerge during days of large gatherings, especially on days of community processions.
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 TranslateOriginally, the mask, called grè in Bété, is a traditional entity from the mountainous west. The glè comes from the word gla of the Guere ethnicity. It has undergone transformations throughout its journey.
The Bété masks usually appear during joyous or unfortunate events.
Since there are not really any traditional festivals, the masks are invoked during celebrations.
The Bété African masks also emerge during days of large gatherings, especially on days of community processions.
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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Indigenous object name
Bété
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Gle Mask
Height
32 cm
Width
22 cm
Authenticity
Reproduction/replica
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