African Baule Tribal Mask with Double Vertical Crest Ivory Coast Hand Carved Wood Traditional Wall Art Vintage Home Decor-G5764 Rustic Wood Carving Commanding presence carved in spirit

Commanding presence carved in spirit — a powerful ceremonial Dan mask

or collection display

all of which highlight the artisans’ dedication to realism and expressive art

serving as the only one of its kind among a vast ritual community consisting of eight closely related clans

this figure once served in guardian rites to protect villages and lineage

African Baule Tribal Mask with Double Vertical Crest Ivory Coast Hand Carved Wood Traditional Wall Art Vintage Home Decor-G5764 Rustic Wood Carving Commanding presence carved in spiritAfrican Baule tribal mask hand carved in wood, featuring a tall double vertical crest with geometric details. Originating from Cte dIvoire, this mask displays a serene facial expression with refined features and scarification marks. Traditionally, Baule masks are used in rituals and cultural ceremonies, symbolizing beauty and ancestral presence. This mask measures 24. 6 cm 9. 4 cm 4 cm (9. 7 3. 7 1. 6). A striking collectible piece, it is ideal for