Persona. Masks of Africa
Object type:
mask
Materials:
wood
Legend:
An association of artists are involved in the appearance of the Gyela lu Zauli mask of the Guro in the Ivory Coast. The wearer of this mask performs complex dances for funerals but it can also be seen in political propaganda demonstrations or when markets are held.
Place of collecting:
Côte d'Ivoire
Culture:
Guro
Field collector:
Anne-Marie Bouttiaux
Acquisition related person:
Anne-Marie Bouttiaux as mission
Date of acquisition:
1999-06-16
Dimensions:
118 cm x 19 cm x 60 cm
Inventory number:
EO.1999.18.73