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Ndoma Portrait Mask
Baoulé Culture, Ivory Coast
First half of the 20th century
Wood and upholstery tacks
H: 32.5 cm; W: 16 cm
(restorations)
This portrait mask, called Ndoma, is oval in shape, carved with a thin beard-ruff on the lower part, which is cut into short triangles. Its almond-shaped eyes are horizontally pierced and enhanced by crescent-shaped brow ridges that extend into a tapered nasal bridge. Its mouth consists of two thin lips that overhang a short, cylindrical beard.
Its headdress rises in three curved horns entirely incised with geometric patterns – patterns also found on its forehead. The facial scarifications of the portrait mask are embellished with upholstery tacks.
These masks were truly individual. They danced during the Gbagba ceremonies, also called Mblo. They embodied the moral qualities of the person portrayed. In fact, they bore that person's name.
When the masked portrait danced during these ceremonies, the person depicted had to be present.
Text and photos © FCP CORIDON
Ref: BLL4CIAXN9
| Condition | Very good |
| Ethnic group | Baoulé - Baule |
| Style | Tribal Art (African Masks of Tribal Art Style) |
| Period | 20th century (African Masks 20th century) |
| Country of origin | Ivory Coast |
| Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 2-3 Business Days |
| Location | 93400, Saint-Ouen, France |
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