Beautiful Guro Mask From Ivory Coast

Description

Guro masks of Ivory Coast are known for a beauty in carving and design across the world. The masks are thought to give their wearers spirit powers. A skillful combination of transforming human and animal features are prevalent in these pieces, creating unusual combinations.

This Guro mask and many of the other masks are representations of the spirit of Gu, the wife of Zamble, a supernatural being. Guro masks originate from the west coast of Africa especifically from Ivory Coast. The daily life of the Guro is dominated by secret societies called “zuzu”. Guro masks are elegant, usually long with pointed chins, and generally the most colorful of African masks. Sometimes there are burn marks on them. They are often repainted, so layers of paint are not uncommon. Such masks were danced in various ceremonies

Masks are a window into the soul of a culture, and provide us with great conversation pieces for the home. The African people have more passion towards the art and the culture. They depicted their nature, lifestyle and behavior in their arts. African masks and the artworks are some of the things which provide more interesting information about the African heritage. African Masks are believed to embody the spirit of an ancestor, and symbolize a message of wisdom, prosperity, security, and power. Bring the faces depicted in myth and legend into your daily lives with this stunning selection of masks from Africa & from around the world.Putting on a mask is a transformative experience. It allows us to be someone we’re not for a moment, changing both how we see ourselves and how we behave outwardly. Many of us know this feeling from Halloween in America, but it’s a universal feeling shared across cultures throughout human history.