Guru Mask - 15.1
Guro people, Ivory Coast — ceremonial mask
The Guro (Gouro) of Ivory Coast carve masks as symbols of belief as much as craft. This one represents Gu, wife of the supernatural being Zamble — her horns a mark of spiritual power believed to protect both the owner and the community. Bird motifs, often hornbill, are a recurring feature. Guro masks remain part of traditional dance performed at funerals and weddings today, honouring ancestors and marking key life events.
Origin: Guro people, Ivory Coast · Material: hand-carved wood · Size: 47 × 15 × 15cm
£155.00