Description:

Ivory Coast. Thick mask with high sloping forehead, short ears in the corner, bulging coffee bean shape eyes beneath small slit eyes, t-shape nose, and open mouth with wood peg teeth. Painted tongue, and small nails that have traces of the fur attachment that once covered the mouth. Painted with red and white paint. Iron ingot on top of the head, small nails above and at side of the eyes. Medium brown patina. According to Robbins and Nooter (2004: p. 169), "Masks of the We people are employed in the settlement of disputes and in ceremonies that convey moral messages. To their strong, distorted features are frequently added miscellaneous objects and materials to increase their spiritual power." Size: 11"H.

Provenance: Private Chicago collection.

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