Baule Mask

Ivory Coast

Early 20th c

9 1/2 inches high x 7 inches wide

Ex: New Mexico collection

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The Baule mask characterizes an idealized portrait of a woman in the community who was greatly admired for her beauty and dancing skills.  This mask was danced as part of an entertainment masquerade performance called ngblo.

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