Ivory Coast, Gouro Culture - "zamblé" Zoomorphic Mask.
This zoomorphic mask is called "Zamblé" in the vernacular language.
The upper part of the mask represents an antelope or zru, with long conical horns.
The lower part is the representation of a leopard whose skin covers the dancer.
The eyes are surrounded by a red ochre eyelid.
A black coloring covers the whole mask.
It is decorated with red and white pigments.
Carved wood.
Dimensions:
Height: c. 28 cm.
Height with the base: 53 cm.
Width: c. 14 cm.
Depth: c. 52 cm.
The upper part of the mask represents an antelope or zru, with long conical horns.
The lower part is the representation of a leopard whose skin covers the dancer.
The eyes are surrounded by a red ochre eyelid.
A black coloring covers the whole mask.
It is decorated with red and white pigments.
Carved wood.
Dimensions:
Height: c. 28 cm.
Height with the base: 53 cm.
Width: c. 14 cm.
Depth: c. 52 cm.
1 400 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Tribal Art
Condition: Good condition
Width: 14 cm.
Height: 28 cm.
Depth: 52 cm.
Reference (ID): 961558
Availability: In stock
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