African Antiques

 Baule Mask - Woodcarving

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Good Condition.  Minor wear from age and use.  Minor chipping on rim, with one larger chip on upper edge visible in top left of photo.  Damage is not visible from the front and mask displays well.

Collected circa 1965

A fine Baule mask from Ivory Coast, Africa.  Distinctive features indicate the piece is probably a portrait mask. Elongated features with narrow nose, large oblong eyes, and scarification on cheeks and forehead. forked beard, and hair split into 6 well defined rows. Traces of white pigment around eyes, and darker tar-like coloration on face.  Intricate detail in hair. Beautifully carved hardwood with fine hand chisel marks on back and around rim. Excellent age patina.  Perforated around edge for attachment to a headdress.  Obvious wear around holes indicating regular use.

dimensions:

 13" high x 7 1/4" wide x 3" deep

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