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African Tribal Art - We Guéré Mask

Name: African Tribal Art - We Guéré Mask
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: EWODBEZFEO
Price: 480 EUR
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By Gallery Essentiel

480 €

Period 20th century

Style Tribal Art

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Ex-Belgian Guy Mercier collection.

The Bété, especially in the west of the Ivory Coast, use masks which have been influenced by the gla glaé mask society of the Wobé and Guéré populations, grouped under the name of Wé or "the men who forgive easily" , part of the Krou cultural group. These traditions were transmitted to them by the Nyabwa. Although of warrior origin, these masks play a role in conflict resolution. They are worn with amulets to protect the wearer against witchcraft. These masks are made available to the chief to strengthen his authority and exercise customary justice.

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Additional Information

Condition	As is
Ethnic group	Guere - Gewo
Style	Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style)
Period	20th century (African Masks 20th century)
Country of origin	Ivory Coast
Height (cm)	50
Materials	Wood
Internal reference	PA48