Mask - Baule - Côte d'Ivoire (No reserve price)

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Julien Gauthier
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Selected by Julien Gauthier

With almost a decade of experience bridging science, museum curation, and traditional blacksmithing, Julien has developed a unique expertise in historical arms, armour, and African art.

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Masque, a Baoulé mask from Côte d'Ivoire, of Baoulé culture, with provenance from Côte d'Ivoire.

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Description from the seller

Superb Baoulé mask from Côte d’Ivoire, finely carved from dense, ancient wood. This type of mask, rare in the Baoulé corpus, represents a spirit of the bush and was used during ceremonies related to community protection and communication with forest spirits.

The mask displays a deep, ancient patina, evidence of long ritual use.
The powerful features – open jaw, visible teeth, protruding tongue – enhance its expressive character and symbolic intimidation function. Scarifications and decorative elements are finely executed and typical of ancient Baoulé art.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated 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 selected 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, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Superb Baoulé mask from Côte d’Ivoire, finely carved from dense, ancient wood. This type of mask, rare in the Baoulé corpus, represents a spirit of the bush and was used during ceremonies related to community protection and communication with forest spirits.

The mask displays a deep, ancient patina, evidence of long ritual use.
The powerful features – open jaw, visible teeth, protruding tongue – enhance its expressive character and symbolic intimidation function. Scarifications and decorative elements are finely executed and typical of ancient Baoulé art.

Seller's Story

Tribal Collection – African Art Gallery is a space dedicated to discovering and celebrating both traditional and contemporary African art. The gallery features a curated 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 selected 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, Tribal Collection highlights ancient works full of meaning while also fostering a dialogue with the contemporary creations of today’s African artists. More than just a gallery, Tribal Collection is a cultural bridge where art becomes a medium of transmission, emotion, and universal dialogue.
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Details

Ethnic group/ culture
Baule
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Late 20th century
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Title of artwork
Mask
Height
50 cm
Width
26 cm
FranceVerified
886
Objects sold
98.82%
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