Dan mask

Dan, also known as Gio or Yakuba, are an ethnolinguistic group inhabiting the mountains of western central Côte d'Ivoire and adjacent areas of Liberia. Dan belongs to the southern branch of the Mandish subgroup of the Niger-Congo language family. They originated somewhere in the western or northwestern part of the modern state, perhaps in Malink (Mandingo). Dan is closely related to the southern Gere (also spelled Ngere or Guere).

The Danes are an agricultural people living in western Côte d'Ivoire and the hinterland of Liberia. They have a large number of masked figures representing the spirit of the jungle who serve various social, political and religious functions. Although 11 separate mask types can be distinguished according to formal criteria, these types cannot be assigned to specific functions because the meaning of masks has changed over time. The Danes have gained notoriety in the region for their entertainment festivals, which were originally village ceremonies but are now mostly performed for tourists. During these performances, masked performers dance on stilts. Created by the Kran group, the Kaogle mask is distinguished by its arched cheekbones, triangular nose, and broad, prominent forehead and mouth. This mask in particular is different in that its rectangular eyes protrude from the lower layer of the mask. Such eyes are often characteristic of Dan's neighbors, the Kiel tribe. Other features, such as the interplay of emptiness and mass and the sharp forehead stump, are reminiscent of the work of the nearby Bete tribe. Of course, this mask reveals the artistic influence of each tribe on the other. Khao Lak masks are traditionally used to create a festive atmosphere among the audience before the main festival begins. While this mask once attracted many concerned villagers, today it amazes us with its extraordinary beauty.

This African Yohoure mask features a coat of arms on the sides, offering an overlay of engravings and hairstyles Divided into three fortunes. African tribal art sculptor from Côte d'Ivoire This example illustrates mastery. Named Anoman, Lomane, (the bird in Baoulé) will represent it The fourth of the seven ego masks that danced around the dead at first, tilted until you touched them cleaning purpose. He is also currently intervening in the festivities. Worn patina, kaolin highlights. The Yaoure people are a branch of the Akan people who live in Côte d'Ivoire and Ghana. geographical proximity For Baoulé and Gouros, the influence of these ethnic groups can be felt in the Yaouré art Attention to detail and aesthetics. African art Yaouré or Yauré masks, owned by Baoulé Similar models, divided into two indistinguishable groups, each group, sometimes with Addition of coloured pigments and lo, usually with a dark patina, which appears during the burial Ritual or other rituals to gain the favor of the "Yu" spirit. Masked dancer Yououré, Yahouré, women are not allowed to see, and photos are not allowed

Brown and black vintage engraved wooden mask from Ghana. Can be displayed alone or with other masks on the gallery wall. Peg holes on the back for easy hanging