Ceremonial mask of the Dje - Yaure - Côte d'Ivoire
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This 42 cm wooden Dje ceremonial mask is from the Yaouré culture of Côte d’Ivoire.
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Ivory Coast
Yaouré
Wood
Height 420mm
Width: 190mm
Depth: 90mm
1. Origin & Aesthetic Canon of Yaouré
The piece gathers the fundamental elements of Yaouré art, known for its poetic sobriety and geometric balance:
• The heart/lyre horns: Two powerful, arched horns rise at the top of the head and meet almost at their ends, bringing that strong vertical surge that gives the piece its measure (42 cm).
• The oval, refined face: Of great purity, the face features almond-shaped eyes half-closed, long continuous arched eyebrows, a fine straight nose, and a delicately sketched mouth.
• Peripheral dentellation: The contour of the cheeks and chin is bordered by a fringe of small toothed notches in a zig-zag pattern, one of the most constant stylistic signatures of Yaouré sculpture.
• Sobriety of patina: A dark, smooth, lightly patinated surface that highlights the continuity of volumes without an overload of scarifications.
2. Ritual Use: The Cult of the Self (or Yu)
Among the Yaouré, this type of horned mask belongs to the group of sacred masks of the Je society:
• Funerals and mourning rites: Used mainly during mortuary rituals of important community members. Its emergence accompanies the soul of the deceased to the realm of the ancestors and restores social balance disrupted by death.
• Purification rituals: The mask is danced to drive away evil influences from the village and re-harmonize relations between the world of men and the spirit world.
• Ritual reserve: During performance, the dancer is entirely covered by a fiber costume. Because of its spiritual charge, the view of these masks remains traditionally subject to strict prohibition rules, notably with respect to women during the most sacred phases of the ritual.
3. Symbolic Function
• The Antelope/Bovid Horns: They symbolize the wild power of the bush (wondé), vitality, fertility, and spiritual protection against malevolent forces.
• The Serenity of the Face: The composed expression of the human face conveys self-control, dignity, and moral peace.
• The Alliance of Nature and Culture: The pairing of horns (the brute force of the bush) and the human face in perfect harmony illustrates the mask’s role: to channel the power of the wild into serving the protection and order of the village.
The packages are sent from Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery within 1 to 3 days in France by Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across the European Union.
Delivery to the rest of Europe and worldwide via International Colissimo.
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
Yaouré
Wood
Height 420mm
Width: 190mm
Depth: 90mm
1. Origin & Aesthetic Canon of Yaouré
The piece gathers the fundamental elements of Yaouré art, known for its poetic sobriety and geometric balance:
• The heart/lyre horns: Two powerful, arched horns rise at the top of the head and meet almost at their ends, bringing that strong vertical surge that gives the piece its measure (42 cm).
• The oval, refined face: Of great purity, the face features almond-shaped eyes half-closed, long continuous arched eyebrows, a fine straight nose, and a delicately sketched mouth.
• Peripheral dentellation: The contour of the cheeks and chin is bordered by a fringe of small toothed notches in a zig-zag pattern, one of the most constant stylistic signatures of Yaouré sculpture.
• Sobriety of patina: A dark, smooth, lightly patinated surface that highlights the continuity of volumes without an overload of scarifications.
2. Ritual Use: The Cult of the Self (or Yu)
Among the Yaouré, this type of horned mask belongs to the group of sacred masks of the Je society:
• Funerals and mourning rites: Used mainly during mortuary rituals of important community members. Its emergence accompanies the soul of the deceased to the realm of the ancestors and restores social balance disrupted by death.
• Purification rituals: The mask is danced to drive away evil influences from the village and re-harmonize relations between the world of men and the spirit world.
• Ritual reserve: During performance, the dancer is entirely covered by a fiber costume. Because of its spiritual charge, the view of these masks remains traditionally subject to strict prohibition rules, notably with respect to women during the most sacred phases of the ritual.
3. Symbolic Function
• The Antelope/Bovid Horns: They symbolize the wild power of the bush (wondé), vitality, fertility, and spiritual protection against malevolent forces.
• The Serenity of the Face: The composed expression of the human face conveys self-control, dignity, and moral peace.
• The Alliance of Nature and Culture: The pairing of horns (the brute force of the bush) and the human face in perfect harmony illustrates the mask’s role: to channel the power of the wild into serving the protection and order of the village.
The packages are sent from Monday to Saturday with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery within 1 to 3 days in France by Chronopost, 2 to 5 days across the European Union.
Delivery to the rest of Europe and worldwide via International Colissimo.
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
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