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Guru Mask - Large
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Description
- Guru Mask - Ivory Coast - West Africa
- Approximate dimensions:50cm x 14cm x 12cm
- The Guro tribe masks are all representations of their spiritual way of life
- Guro masks are a representation of the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. Each mask is similar but not identical with horns that represent 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 Guro mask is very unique and has a combination of human and animal traits as well as imaginary beasts. Birds of different kinds can often be seen carved into the mask such as the horn bill or other large billed birds. These masks were commonly used during the traditional ceremonies such as funerals, animal sacrifices and weddings
- All sizes listed are approximate. The mask you purchase and receive may differ just slightly in size, look, and/or color from the mask shown in the picture because each mask is hand carved and hand painted by individual artists. No two masks are exactly the same
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