Mémoire d’Afrique — Ref. 3
Dyana mask — Guéré, Côte d’Ivoire — African tribal art — Ref. 3
Description
This mask, probably a Dyana mask of the Guéré people of Côte d’Ivoire, is distinguished by its prominent nose and articulated mouth, striking characteristics of this tradition. Used during rituals, these masks embody powerful spirits intended to impress, frighten and maintain social order. The movable mouth symbolises the importance of speech in conflict regulation and community interaction. These masks, often associated with protection ceremonies and spiritual rituals, reflect an aesthetic designed to captivate and impose respect and fear.
Technical details
- Type of piece
- Masque
- Category
- Masks
- Ethnic group
- Guéré
- Country
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Materials
- wood, peau
- Dimensions
- H 45 × W 19 × D 24 cm
- Weight
- 2,15 kg
- Estimated dating
- second half 20th c.
- Restoration / losses
- Articulated mouth
- Laboratory test
- Not tested
- Reference
- 3