This type of mask is usually commissioned by the wearer to represent a person, a clan totem, animal or special theme. It is used as a part of a dance in village festivals, weddings or enthronements. They are usually carved for one specific occasion and then discarded. This one is made of wood and painted a beautiful red patina with a bird as a headress to the mask
The Guro or Gouro people have lived in the valley regions of the Bandama River of Côte d'Ivoire since the late 19th century.
20"T x 8"W