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Sale 206 Lot 1403  

LIBERIAN DAN GLE MASK. Dan mask from the Dan people residing in the northwestern Ivory Coast and neighboring Liberia. These masks, known as "gle" or "ge," represent both the physical object and the supernatural spirits they embody. Dan masks often feature a concave face, pointed chin, protruding mouth, upturned nose, and a high-domed forehead. The mask exhibits an oval face with slit eyes, a common characteristic symbolizing beauty within the Dan culture.
- Height: 9 inches.
Estimate $100-120

Sold for $50


       
 

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