GOURO BETE, Ivory Coast. - Lot 118

Lot n° 118
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GOURO BETE, Ivory Coast. - Lot 118
GOURO BETE, Ivory Coast. Hardwood, black patina, plant fibers. A rare mask depicting a human face, combining with remarkable intensity the formal simplicity of Gouro masks and the expressive power of Bété masks. The face is set within a narrow form, dominated by a domed forehead marked by a straight central ridge that extends naturally into a prominent nose. The almost closed eyes accentuate the introspective nature of the depiction, while the dark surface, weathered by time, lends the piece a powerful presence. First third of the 20th century. 27 x 14.5 cm. Literary references: -“Les maîtres de la sculpture en Côte d’Ivoire,” Musée du Quai Branly, Skira 2015. -“Guro,” Visions of Africa, Anne-Marie Bouttiaux, 5 Continents 2016. Provenance: Private collection, Nantes. Expert: Christian NJIENSI
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