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Ancient mask, Dan culture, Côte d'Ivoire or Liberia. H. 23 cm

Superb Dan or Kran mask from Côte d'Ivoire. From this work emanates a powerful, primitive force. The gaze is deep, shut, and hard. The forehead is creased, prominent, indicating a Kran influence, a neighboring ethnicity. The mouth is menacing; it shows its teeth, pieces of metal. This tight mouth accentuates the wild and dramatic side of this work. The graphical construction of this mask is a success. It is very dynamic. Beautiful old patina; the back is well patinated as well. A few flaws and gaps, sold as is, see photos. A beautiful old and authentic collection piece circa 1950.

Provenance:
- Private collection, USA.

Masque ancien, culture Dan, Côte d'Ivoire ou Liberia. H.23cm

Superbe masque Dan ou Kran de Côte d'Ivoire. Il se dégage de cette oeuvre une force puissante et primitive. Le regard est profond, fermé et dur. Le front est plissé, proéminent, nous indiquant une influence Kran, une ethnie voisine. La bouche est menaçante, il nous montre ses dents, des morceaux de métal. Cette bouche dur accentue le côté sauvage et dramatique de cette oeuvre. La construction graphique de ce masque est une réussite. Il est très dynamique. Belle patine ancienne, le dos est aussi bien patiné. Quelques accidents et manques, vendu en l'état, voir photos. Une belle pièce de collection ancienne et authentique circa 1950.

Provenance : 
- Collection privée, USA.


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Dance mask - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire

Mid 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Masque de danse, an original Dan mask from Côte d'Ivoire, 23 cm high, carved in wood and from a private collection.

Dance mask - Dan - Côte d'Ivoire

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Masque de danse, an original Dan mask from Côte d'Ivoire, 23 cm high, carved in wood and from a private collection.

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