One of the oldest masks belonging to the Dan people in our catalog, it is called Gunye Ge and it’s worn during a ritual/race.
His bearer is chased by an unmasked runner and, if caught, the unmasked runner wears the mask and is followed in turn.
Historically this ritual was used to gain social recognition in the tribe.
Ancient mask Dan, 1935
€1,870.00Price
Details
Dating with IR spectroscopy on the wooden material: 1935 +/- 6
Dimensions: H: 28 cm L: 15 cm W: 9 cm
Weight: 276 gr
Material / technique: wooden sculpture with patina
Ancient mask Dan, 1935