This wood mask is a one of a kind mask, hand carved by the artists of
West Africa.
Special Features: This Guro female mask
bears the unmistakable trademark carving of the tribe: with the 3-dimensional
representation of the female coiffure and the tribal marks on the high forehead
raised in high relief. The wooden collar serves as a fixture for the raffia
cloak traditional attached to the mask to beautify it and make its function
more potent.
This is a mask of the Gu which is a family cult that involves a beautiful female
spirit. The elaborate coiffure with large combs would be something only a stylish
rich woman could afford. The mask is kept by a family member who is obliged
to perform special duties and observe certain taboos. During the ceremonies
it is not necessarily worn by its owner, but by a family member who is an exceptionally
good dancer.
Hanging Instructions: Two holes are precarved
into the top portion of the back of the mask. String is tied through the holes
for immediate hanging.
Care: Dust the piece as needed.
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24 hours of the order with the exception of the weekend. If you are in Canada
please select "UPS Standard to Canada" for the shipping option. If you are an
international customer please select "TNT International Shipping" during checkout.
The shipping will come out as $0 and will be added to your order. Please call
203-629-0902 or email us info@lotusmasks.com
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transit times. Lotus Masks uses Instapak foam injection packing system to
insure that all our pieces arrive undamaged. Click here to learn more about
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