Ivorian Baule Mask - Mask With Curled Horns Size:7in X 3in X 18in often representing lineage

often representing lineage

this mask was traditionally used in important rituals and ceremonies

and historical events

In Senufo culture

rounded form is typical of Nupe ceramics

Ivorian Baule Mask - Mask With Curled Horns Size:7in X 3in X 18in often representing lineageIvorian Baule Mask 19th Century The Baule people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Cote dIvoire (Ivory Coast). They belong to the Akan peoples who inhabited Ghana centuries ago. According to a legend, in the eighteenth century, the queen mother, Abla Pokou had to lead her people west to the shores of Comoe, the land of Senufo. To cross the river she sacrificed her son. This sacrifice originated the name Baule, for Baouli means the child has