Ceremonial mask of the Dje - Yaure - Côte d'Ivoire
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This original Yaouré wooden Dje ceremonial mask from Côte d’Ivoire is 51 cm high and in good condition.
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Côte d'Ivoire
Yaouré
Bois
Height 510mm
Width: 150mm
Depth: 120mm
Magnificent Yaouré mask of 51 cm (central region of Ivory Coast).
1. Origin & Aesthetic Canon of Yaouré
Origin: Yaouré people (or Yauré), settled around Bouaflé, at the junction of Baoulé and Gouro territories.
The main face: Of great refinement, with an elongated oval shape, almond-shaped half-closed eyes expressing inner calm, a straight and fine nose, and discreet geometric scarifications on the temples.
Dentellation: The lower edge of the face is fringed with a regular toothed border, a classic signature of Yaouré sculptors.
The hybrid superstructure:
A bird beak (calao) delicately plunges toward the forehead.
Two large horns rise in a cradle, providing verticality that gives the piece its beautiful height of 51 cm.
At the center of the horns stands a stylized elephant head with tusks and a trunk (or a composite figure of protection).
2. Ritual Use: The Cult of Je (or Yu)
Among the Yaouré, a mask of this character belongs to the restricted ritual group of Je:
Funerals and mourning rites: It is danced mainly during solemn funerals of notable chiefs or village leaders.
Village purification: Its presence serves to purify the community after the imbalance caused by death, guide the spirit of the deceased to the world of ancestors, and restore social order.
Sacred character: Worn by a dancer of the Je society, the mask is subject to strict ritual rules; at certain phases of the ceremony, its sight is formally prohibited to women to protect them from spiritual powers manipulated.
3. Symbolic Function
The iconography gathers three major symbols of Yaouré cosmogony:
The Elephant: Symbol of sovereign authority, measured strength, memory, and wisdom.
The Calao (the bird): Intermediary between heaven and earth, it embodies clairvoyance and transmits prayers to the ancestors.
The Horns: Evoke the wild energy of the bush, vital power, and fertility.
The harmony between the serene features of the human face and the attributes of the great totemic animals aims to tame the raw power of the bush to put it at the service of peace, prestige, and village protection.
The packages are shipped Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery 1 to 3 days in France with Chronopost, 2 to 5 days throughout the European Union.
Delivery in the rest of Europe and worldwide with 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 TranslateCôte d'Ivoire
Yaouré
Bois
Height 510mm
Width: 150mm
Depth: 120mm
Magnificent Yaouré mask of 51 cm (central region of Ivory Coast).
1. Origin & Aesthetic Canon of Yaouré
Origin: Yaouré people (or Yauré), settled around Bouaflé, at the junction of Baoulé and Gouro territories.
The main face: Of great refinement, with an elongated oval shape, almond-shaped half-closed eyes expressing inner calm, a straight and fine nose, and discreet geometric scarifications on the temples.
Dentellation: The lower edge of the face is fringed with a regular toothed border, a classic signature of Yaouré sculptors.
The hybrid superstructure:
A bird beak (calao) delicately plunges toward the forehead.
Two large horns rise in a cradle, providing verticality that gives the piece its beautiful height of 51 cm.
At the center of the horns stands a stylized elephant head with tusks and a trunk (or a composite figure of protection).
2. Ritual Use: The Cult of Je (or Yu)
Among the Yaouré, a mask of this character belongs to the restricted ritual group of Je:
Funerals and mourning rites: It is danced mainly during solemn funerals of notable chiefs or village leaders.
Village purification: Its presence serves to purify the community after the imbalance caused by death, guide the spirit of the deceased to the world of ancestors, and restore social order.
Sacred character: Worn by a dancer of the Je society, the mask is subject to strict ritual rules; at certain phases of the ceremony, its sight is formally prohibited to women to protect them from spiritual powers manipulated.
3. Symbolic Function
The iconography gathers three major symbols of Yaouré cosmogony:
The Elephant: Symbol of sovereign authority, measured strength, memory, and wisdom.
The Calao (the bird): Intermediary between heaven and earth, it embodies clairvoyance and transmits prayers to the ancestors.
The Horns: Evoke the wild energy of the bush, vital power, and fertility.
The harmony between the serene features of the human face and the attributes of the great totemic animals aims to tame the raw power of the bush to put it at the service of peace, prestige, and village protection.
The packages are shipped Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery 1 to 3 days in France with Chronopost, 2 to 5 days throughout the European Union.
Delivery in the rest of Europe and worldwide with 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
Ceremonial mask of the Dje
Ethnic group/ culture
Yaure
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
Authenticity
Original/official
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