African mask antiques, large African mask Goli Kplekple Mask History Baule tribe-36.1/24.8 CM. Common features of the Kplekple disc shaped facemasks include antelope shaped horns, round eyes, rectangular shaped mouth and the geometric designs. The red face is considered female and the dark/black face is considered male. The Goli masquerading tradition is performed during funerals and or during times of danger. The mask wearer mediates with supernatural forces during the ritual, which have a positive influence on the village people. SIZE OF THE MASK. 36.1/24.8 CM. An original patina covers the item. African figure Large Large mask raphia, wood kifwebe songye dr congo Carved-4246. Carved from a single handcrafted piece of wood Fon voodoo fetish from Togo-4124. Carved from a single handcrafted piece of wood Figuur mannelijk Metoko – 4179. Carved Wooden Tribal African Tribal Art sun mask from Burkina Faso-4244. This item is in the category “Collectibles\Cultures & Ethnicities\African\1900-Now\Masks”. The seller is “naga_4823″ and is located in this country: US. This item can be shipped worldwide.
- Provenance: Ownership History Available
- Time Period Manufactured: 1600-1900
- Country/Region of Manufacture: Cote d’Ivoire
- Handmade: Yes
- Modified Item: No
- Culture: African
