African Dan Torso Mask Carved Wood Painted Details West Africa Tribal Art-G5961 wooden tribal art The wooden African mask displays

The wooden African mask displays rich red

Sculptures like these were often placed in shrines or homes to invoke fertility

This Mask Was Collected Before The German Expressionists Started Their Search For New Forms In Ethnographic Collections In Germany

This vintage African mask represents classic Baule style African art

These masks were named "passport" as they were used for identity verification during rituals and are small copies of larger masks held by the family

African Dan Torso Mask Carved Wood Painted Details West Africa Tribal Art-G5961 wooden tribal art The wooden African mask displaysThis African Dan mask is a carved wood torso mask featuring a feminine form with raised chest and painted details. The mask measures 28. 2 cm (11 in) high, 13 cm (5. 1 in) wide and 5 cm (2 in) deep. The mask shows age, handling marks and natural patina from use. Dan culture used this mask style in identity, fertility and passage related traditions. A striking tribal mask for collectors or display. Stand not included. Listed with ExportYourStore. com