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Baule Mblo portrait Mask, African Tribal Creations art Baoule Akan Cote d'Ivoire

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Satellite Beach, Florida, United States

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Country of Manufacture: Cote d'Ivoire
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One of the largest ethnic groups in Cote d'Ivoire (the Ivory Coast), the Baule people are well known for their fine artwork.  As a people, they were one of the strongest oppositional forces to French colonization of West Africa, and as a result, have held quite closely to their cultural heritage throughout recent history.  This has left much of their artistic tradition relatively in tact, and its history is better understood by its people in contemporary Cote d'Ivoire.  Numbering around one million, the Baule are and have long been a society that values equality and are among the most egalitarian in West Africa.  The result of this social structure is a highly complex and exquisite artistic tradition.  Becoming a sculptor/artist was a matter of personal choice, rather than caste/family tradition, and so numerous unique and elaborate styles developed among the Baule people.  Their figures and masks are among the most highly sought after by African art collectors.

 

One of the oldest artforms among the Baule people, this mask is referred to as an Mblo, or portrait mask.  Commissioned to resemble a prominent member of the community, these masks would be danced in often comical entertainment ceremonies, and were often valued as much for their aesthetic value, as for their traditional significance.  This mask shows significan signs of use, including patina flaking, staining, rope wear at the attachment points, and forehead oil staining on the mask's interior.  The wood is heavily worn in many areas, and the pigment has been faded with age.  Overall the condition is fair, given that it does not display any serious breaks or repairs.  This is a stellar piece that will make a prominent addition to a lucky someone's collection! 

 

Dimensions of this piece are 17" x 6" x 4.5", and it weighs in at one pound.  

 

Medium:  Wood, Pigment




NOTHING we sell at African Tribal Creations is made in China, Taiwan, Thailand, or wherever.  All items are 100% guaranteed AFRICAN ART, made in Africa BY the indigenous peoples of Africa.  We have overwhelmingly positive feedback for a reason. 

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Photographs are copyright of African Tribal Creations, and should not be used without permission.  Thanks for understanding!

Payment is expected within 3 days of auction close.  Unless other arrangements are made, negative feedback will be assessed in the event of non payment.

This is a beautiful piece of art!  It would be a great compliment to any decor, or private collection!

PayPal is the only accepted payment method unless other arrangements are made.  Feel free to ask if you have a question!

Ships insured, and with delivery confirmation so you can track your purchase to your door!  Be advised that in the event that a piece arrives broken, USPS will require you to surrender it to them in order to claim a refund.  Shipping price is for the CONTINENTAL US.  If you are in Alaska or Hawaii, please contact for a shipping rate, or you will be billed for your rate at auction end!  Thank you!

We will ship internationally, but please contact for a shipping quote.  We cannot be held responsible for customs hold ups!  We will do our best, but at the end of the day, we can't offer an absolute international guarantee.  Please inquire!  Thanks for understanding!

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