A dark Baolet mask from West Africa, Ivory Coast. The mask is modeled with narrow eyes, a small mouth, five horns and a wide collar that completely covers the neck. Provenance: New York, Private collection. This type of African mask is a Baule mask which is worn at Goli rituals. It is used in tribal dances during harvest festivals, in processions to honour distinguished visitors and at the funerals of important figures. Ritual Masks And Folk Art Collectibles.
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