African wood mask antiques west african Guro Gu Mask Masks for wall-8657 Hand Carved art These Masks Represent Both Positive

These Masks Represent Both Positive And Negative Spirits

the divine messenger deity in the living quarters of the home

to which this particular mask belongs

upturned nose with a snub end

the Songyes migrated from the Shaba region to settle on the left bank of the Lualaba

African wood mask antiques west african Guro Gu Mask Masks for wall-8657 Hand Carved art These Masks Represent Both Positive21. 8 8 CM african art Mostly farmers, the Guro peoples of Cote D'Ivoire (also known as the Guru or Kweni) are renowned for their rich masking traditions that feature brightly colored and vibrant masks with elaborate surmounts. These objects of joyful and sublime beauty are used in a variety of social and spiritual ceremonies.