Antique Hand-Carved Guro Mask of the Ivory and 49 similar items

Antique Hand-Carved Guro Mask of the Ivory Coast Featuring a Seated Figure Measures 7 1/4" wide, 6 1/4" deep and 30" tall. This is a hand-carved West African tribal mask, predominantly sharing design features with the art of the Baule (Baoule) or Guro peoples from the Ivory Coast (Cote d'Ivoire). The mask showcases a narrow, stylized face painted in a deep red ochre patina, with small downcast or almond-shaped eyes, typical of portrait masks symbolizing peace, respect, and intellect. The upper section incorporates a full standing human figure engaged in a task or symbolic posture, a hallmark of more intricate West African masquerade and decorative craftsmanship.The perimeter retains small tufts of natural fiber or jute rope, mimicking the traditional attachments used to tie the mask to a dancer's woven costume or headpiece. The elongated chin drops into a long rectangular extension decorated with colorful, painted geometric patterns.