Ivoirian Avian Grace Hand Carved Guro Tribal African Mask GGPAWS Disassembles

Disassembles

Colorful floral and butterfly motifs are painted by hand on the front and back of both statuettes

cheeks and below the chin

Geometric motifs stretch across the bottom of this ruana in black

Ivoirian Avian Grace Hand Carved Guro Tribal African Mask GGPAWS DisassemblesLeaning forward to caress the forehead, a graceful bird crowns this sese wood mask. The solemn visage boasts a narrow beard that curls in counterpoint to the slender avian body. Salihu Ibrahim uses manual tools to carve this mask with the detailed care that characterizes Guro artistry. For these Cte d'Ivoire people, masks personify the spirits of the underworld. materials: Sese wood Features a rustic, rugged finish Hand crafted item color, size and or