African mask antiques Hand Carved african masks for wall tribal Face vintage Wood Carved Hanging Zaouli Guro-4717

25.5/14.5 CM
The Guro mask people of central mask Coast often use mask during their traditional Zaouli mask dance for celebrations. The dance is believed to increase the productivity of a village that it is performed in. The mask features almond shaped eyes, round foreheads, sculpted nose and a small mouth with sprouting lips. The hairdo is often carved in elaborate geometrical patterns, surmounted by horns or a totem animal. The mask are normally colorful and coated with natural dyes...