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The Baule are one of the Akan peoples who moved west to the Ivory Coast more than 200 years ago. They adopted masking traditions from their neighboring tribes such as the Guro, the Senufo and the Yaure.
During the 18th century, Baule queen, Aura Poku, was in…
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- Item Number: M-2134
- Provenance/Origin: Cote d'Ivoire. Circa 1970s
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: 15" tall x 12" wide x 7.5" deep
- Weight: 3.75 pounds
- Price: $ 335.00 USD
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The Guro of Cote D’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) have handmade colorful masks for generations. These masks are similar to the Baule….. but the similarity ends there.
The Guro (Kweni) are ancient hunters (more recently farmers) in the valley regions of the Bandama River.
The daily life…
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- Item Number: M-3536
- Provenance/Origin: Cote d'Ivoire. Post 1975.
- Composition: Wood and paint
- Dimensions: 17" tall x 6.5" wide x 4" deep
- Weight: 1.75 pounds
- Price: $ 295.00 USD
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Detail: Guro masks usually consist of narrow faces, large foreheads. The Guro mask represents the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a deity. Gu is usually depicted as elegant, graceful, serene and beautiful. These masks are generally used in sacrificial gatherings, funerals and celebrations. Circa mid-1900’s. Pristine condition.
- Item Number: M-8599
- Provenance/Origin: Guro, Ivory Coast, Africa. Circa mid-1900's
- Composition: Wood
- Dimensions: 7.75" tall x 3.5" widest
- Weight: .5 pound
- Price: $60.00 USD
