Description:

West Africa, Liberia and Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire), Dan peoples, ca. early 20th century CE. A carved wood Deangle mask featuring a serene face with narrow slit eyes, and pursed lips. Braided fiber cords are attached as hair, cascading along the sides of the face and a dark green, striped cotton textile drapes from the lower edge of the mask. Traditionally worn during performances and initiation rites, Deangle masks like this served as intermediaries between the forest and village, embodying instructive spirits. Size of mask: 9" L x 6.5" W (22.9 cm x 16.5 cm); cloth adds about: 9" L (22.9 cm)

Provenance: Ralph T. Coe Center for the Arts, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA; ex-Ralph T. Coe personal collection; purchased in 2005 from Dr. Peter Furst, Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA.

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  • Condition: Great condition with lustrous patina to the wood. Staining and discoloration to the cloth. Minor fraying to edges. Mineral encrustations to hair and wood.

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