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African Art Baule Ram Mask - Hand-Carved Wood - Ivory Coast
African Art Baule Ram Mask - Hand-Carved Wood - Ivory Coast
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$140.00 USD
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$140.00 USD
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Welcome to Alobalo! Enhance your collection with this striking and powerful Baule ram mask, an excellent example of West African woodcarving.
Feature Details
Ethnic Group: Baule (Baoulé)
Country of Origin: Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire)
Mask Type: Ram / Animal Spirit Mask
Materials: Hand-Carved Wood with Dark Patina
Dimensions: 54 x 22 cm (Approx. 21.26 x 8.66 inches)
Item Description
This masterful wooden mask showcases the exceptional sculptural tradition of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. It depicts a stylized ram, a prominent motif in Baule spiritual and ceremonial life.
Key Features:
Intricate Horns: The mask is framed by massive, deeply grooved horns that sweep dynamically inward, representing the physical strength and spiritual weight of the ram.
Facial Structure: It features a highly stylized, elongated animal snout, calm slit eyes, and a distinct central ridge (sagittal crest) running down the forehead.
Beautiful Finish: The wood bears a smooth, dark patina that highlights the sharp, precise lines of the carving.
Cultural Significance
In Baule culture, nature and animal spirits play a vital role in community life. Ram masks are typically used in important masquerade ceremonies (such as the Goli dances or by male secret societies). The ram is a symbol of strength, virility, and the untamed power of the bush. These masks are danced to protect the village from malevolent forces, ensure agricultural fertility, and honor the ancestors.
Shipping & Handling:
Carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. Please feel free to message Alobalo with any questions regarding this piece!
Feature Details
Ethnic Group: Baule (Baoulé)
Country of Origin: Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire)
Mask Type: Ram / Animal Spirit Mask
Materials: Hand-Carved Wood with Dark Patina
Dimensions: 54 x 22 cm (Approx. 21.26 x 8.66 inches)
Item Description
This masterful wooden mask showcases the exceptional sculptural tradition of the Baule people of the Ivory Coast. It depicts a stylized ram, a prominent motif in Baule spiritual and ceremonial life.
Key Features:
Intricate Horns: The mask is framed by massive, deeply grooved horns that sweep dynamically inward, representing the physical strength and spiritual weight of the ram.
Facial Structure: It features a highly stylized, elongated animal snout, calm slit eyes, and a distinct central ridge (sagittal crest) running down the forehead.
Beautiful Finish: The wood bears a smooth, dark patina that highlights the sharp, precise lines of the carving.
Cultural Significance
In Baule culture, nature and animal spirits play a vital role in community life. Ram masks are typically used in important masquerade ceremonies (such as the Goli dances or by male secret societies). The ram is a symbol of strength, virility, and the untamed power of the bush. These masks are danced to protect the village from malevolent forces, ensure agricultural fertility, and honor the ancestors.
Shipping & Handling:
Carefully packaged to ensure safe arrival. Please feel free to message Alobalo with any questions regarding this piece!
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