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Zakpai Mask (N° 29831)

Former Belgian collection of African tribal art. African mask whose gaze highlighted with aluminum is stretched with a red fabric. The headdress is made of braided raffia. Smooth satin patina of black tint. Height on base: 38 cm.
It is following dreams in which the spirits would manifest themselves that the masks were sculpted according to precise instructions, in order to be able to be honored through their appearances.
The Dan masks, of varied design, generally occur during very theatrical entertainment festivals where women play a leading role. The African masks dan called zapkei ge , whose eyes are blindfolded with red fabric, are responsible for preventing fires by watching over domestic fires. They are accessorized with hats, braids, textile capes and raffia, the most prestigious of which is the go ge, a royal mask reserved for exceptional events.  

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Originex-collection Mercier
EthnyDan
Countrycôte d'ivoire
Material(s)wood, textile, metal, fibres de raphia
Height cm26
Width18 cm
Weight1.04 Kg
Estimated datingmid-xx°
Socle includedYes

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