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Hôtel des Ventes de Troyes
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Dan-Yacouba mask Man-Biankouma region, western Côte d'Ivoire…
See original version (French)
248
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Dan-Yacouba mask Man-Biankouma region, western Côte d'Ivoire…
See original version (French)
Estimate €200 - €300
Voluntary lot
Description
Dan-Yacouba mask Man-Biankouma region, western Côte d'Ivoire
Material: Wood.
Base included (gallery condition).
Provenance: Private collection, France
Dimensions: H. 22 cm (29 cm with stand)
This Dan-Yacouba mask is characterised by a refined aesthetic in which each volume contributes to the expressive power of the whole.
contributes to the expressive power of the whole. The face, entirely dominated by a deep
glossy black patina, has a particularly taut construction: rounded forehead, protruding nose
forehead, protruding nose and mouth with strongly projected lips that give the work a serious and
meditative expression.
The large circular orbits, combined with the finesse of the contours and the excellent control
surfaces, create a remarkable balance between formal simplicity and visual intensity.
The perfectly mastered oval silhouette, emphasised by the peripheral perforations
to hold a costume, further enhances the sculptural quality of the object.
The purity of its lines, the elegance of its proportions and the depth of its patina
ancient patina, this mask is a fine example of Dan-Yacouba art, where the sobriety of form
a particularly striking presence.
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About the sale
ARTS OF AFRICA & OCEANIA: Three exceptional family collections
Auction location
Auction time
06/22/2026 at 2:00 PM
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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