Bidspirit auction | DAN RITUAL MASK (CÔTE D'IVOIRE).

DAN RITUAL MASK (CÔTE D'IVOIRE). Ritual mask of the Dan society, on the border between the Ivory Coast and Liberia. The performer wearing these masks danced according to a dream induced by the spirit of the mask. Ceremonial masks are fundamental elements within African political and religious life. Ex collection Merton Simpson, New York. Inventory number 3256. 19th / 20th century. Base included. Mask size: 200 mm.