
"Guro Mask"
Don't wait. There's only 1 of these available. Medium: One of a Kind Hand Carved WoodDimensions:Height: 1.3 foot/16 inches, 41 centimetersLength: 6 inches, 15 centimeters Region: Ivory Coast, West AfricaTribe: Guro TribeApproximate Age: 29 years (1993) Availability: In Stock, Available to Ship Immediately Item Number: M021Collection: Tribal MasksTear Sheet: Available Upon RequestProvenance Report: "Guro Mask"Condition: Excellent; Not previously owned; UndamagedSourcing: Fair Trade Certificate of Authenticity Provided This Guro mask represents the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. The elephant husks represent the spiritual power and is believed by the tribe to have magic powers to protect the human way of life of the owner and the tribe. The masks depicts a combination of human and animal traits and imaginary beasts. It was commonly used during traditional ceremonies such as funerals, animal sacrifices and weddings. Today, the people of Ivory Coast honor their a