Gouro-bete-cote d'Ivoire Mask
Ceremonial mask - Bete / Guro - Ivory CoastThe Bété mask is an artistic and cultural figure from the Bété ethnic group of Ivory Coast.
The Bétés are part of the Krou group located in the central west of the country. The Bété territory extends over 3 departments: Daloa, Issia and Gagnoa.
The very impressive Bété masks are used for funeral rites, mourning or in honor of a personality.
As with the Guéré, the mask & costume ensemble could weigh more than forty kilos and required the dancer to have a robust constitution!
The Bétés are part of the Krou group located in the central west of the country. The Bété territory extends over 3 departments: Daloa, Issia and Gagnoa.
The very impressive Bété masks are used for funeral rites, mourning or in honor of a personality.
As with the Guéré, the mask & costume ensemble could weigh more than forty kilos and required the dancer to have a robust constitution!
3 500 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Material: Solid wood
Length: 25 cm
Height: 25 cm
Reference (ID): 1738157
Availability: In stock
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