Vintage Yaore Mask from Ivory Coast with Metal Stand - 22.5" H X 8.25" W X 3.5" D

Beautifully carved mask in the style of Yaore. It has delicate horns arching out of center of head, fine triangles lining the entire upper portion along edges of horns and forming a layered linear pattern for the coiffure. Additional features include protruding ears, a large forehead, heavy lidded eyes, a long slender nose, a small slightly open mouth, and a serrated beard descending from the bottom of the ears and terminating with a round beard at point of chin. The entire chip carved portion as well as crevasse around eyes, nose and mouth is has with white kaolin accents. Overall, the mask has a fine glossy and varied brown to dark brown glossy patina and is mounted on custom stand.  

An exceptional work of vintage carving from the Ivory Coast that would be perfect in a wide range of interior environments from an entry to a great room or a study in a Coastal Contemporary, California Casual, Boho or Organic Modern setting.      

Place of Origin: Ivory Coast/Côte d’Ivoire  

Date of Manufacture: 1950s-1960s  

Condition: Excellent  

Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures.  

Dimensions:   

Mask: 13.25 in. H X 8.25 in. W X 3.5 in. D

Base: 7 in. L X 7 in. W X .5 in H  

Total: 22.5 in. H 

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