Mask - Dan Toura - Côte d'Ivoire
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Dan Toura mask from Ivory Coast dating to the mid‑20th century, measuring 23 cm high, 1 cm deep and 1 cm wide, weighing 1 g, from a private collection and in excellent condition.
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Dan Toura Mask – Ivory Coast / Liberia
A beautiful presence for this ancient Dan Toura mask, with a dense and expressive form. The face is built like a block: a domed forehead, tubular eyes pierced that catch the light, a short and powerful nose, a mouth slightly open giving this character that is both lively and solemn. The dark, deep patina is highlighted by traces of wear and oxidation, and the bearded fibers enhance the visual impact – typical of masks intended to “appear” and mark the gathering.
These masks belong to a repertoire in which one embodies a presence: authority, social control, ritual intervention, sometimes accompanied by dance and staging. A fine specimen, sober, graphic, and very collection-worthy in terms of the quality of the sculpture and the authenticity of the ensemble.
Overview of our expertise firm:
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house has been assisting collectors and families for many years, with a simple approach: seriousness, transparency and service. We enjoy a solid reputation among tribal art enthusiasts and are among the leading sellers on Catawiki, where we count ourselves among the oldest merchants (more than 8 years).
We have specialized in valuing and ensuring the liquidation and dispersion of dozens of family collections, and have sold thousands of objects in partnership with private individuals, notaries, estates, inheritances, and collection cessations. Our track record speaks for itself: hundreds of evaluations nearing 100% positive feedback, an indicator that is worth more than any discussion of our commitment and reliability.
Pieces that have passed through our hands are today in prestigious collections and, for some, have joined museum institutions — a guarantee of the quality and consistency of our selection throughout the year. We regularly offer no-reserve sales.
Express shipping: dispatched within 24 hours, insured, tracking (tracking), and extremely careful and secure packaging.
Contact 7 days a week: we respond quickly and remain at your disposal to advise you and document the items currently for sale.
Dan Toura Mask – Ivory Coast / Liberia
A beautiful presence for this ancient Dan Toura mask, with a dense and expressive form. The face is built like a block: a domed forehead, tubular eyes pierced that catch the light, a short and powerful nose, a mouth slightly open giving this character that is both lively and solemn. The dark, deep patina is highlighted by traces of wear and oxidation, and the bearded fibers enhance the visual impact – typical of masks intended to “appear” and mark the gathering.
These masks belong to a repertoire in which one embodies a presence: authority, social control, ritual intervention, sometimes accompanied by dance and staging. A fine specimen, sober, graphic, and very collection-worthy in terms of the quality of the sculpture and the authenticity of the ensemble.
Overview of our expertise firm:
Based in Belgium, our appraisal and sales house has been assisting collectors and families for many years, with a simple approach: seriousness, transparency and service. We enjoy a solid reputation among tribal art enthusiasts and are among the leading sellers on Catawiki, where we count ourselves among the oldest merchants (more than 8 years).
We have specialized in valuing and ensuring the liquidation and dispersion of dozens of family collections, and have sold thousands of objects in partnership with private individuals, notaries, estates, inheritances, and collection cessations. Our track record speaks for itself: hundreds of evaluations nearing 100% positive feedback, an indicator that is worth more than any discussion of our commitment and reliability.
Pieces that have passed through our hands are today in prestigious collections and, for some, have joined museum institutions — a guarantee of the quality and consistency of our selection throughout the year. We regularly offer no-reserve sales.
Express shipping: dispatched within 24 hours, insured, tracking (tracking), and extremely careful and secure packaging.
Contact 7 days a week: we respond quickly and remain at your disposal to advise you and document the items currently for sale.
Details
Indigenous object name
Mask
Ethnic group/ culture
Dan Toura
Country of Origin
Côte d'Ivoire
Period
Mid 20th century
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
23 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Weight
1 g
Provenance
Private collection
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