Baule Tribe Crocodile Mask

Dimensions: L:26in W:11.4in D:5.9in Baule Tribe Crocodile Mask – Baule wooden animal statues often depict animals such as elephants, monkeys, birds, and various other creatures found in the local environment. These statues are hand-carved from a variety of woods. The choice of wood depends on availability and the desired aesthetic qualities. The Baule artisans skillfully carve the wood to create realistic or stylized representations of the animals. The statues may feature intricate details such as facial expressions and other characteristic features of the animal being depicted. These animal statues serve different purposes within Baule culture. Some are created as objects of veneration and are used in religious and ceremonial contexts. They may be associated with ancestor worship or used in rituals to communicate with spiritual beings.   About the Tribe Baule or Baoule people are found in Côte d’Ivoire (Ivory Coast) between the Comoé and Bandama rivers. The Baule belong to the Akan pe