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30 - Racing mask Wood with brown patina, remains of fetish materi…
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Estimate €150 - €300
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Racing mask Wood with brown patina, remains of fetish materials, marks of use Dan tradition, Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, second half of the 20th century not mounted 24 x 15.5 cm Racing masks are a continuation of Dan ceremonial traditions, where they were used for dances, ritual competitions and community events. These practices continued into the second half of the twentieth century, perpetuating the social and symbolic role of the mask within villages. The purity of the sculpture and the remnants of fetish materials recall the active use of these objects in ritual and performance contexts.
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About the sale A journey through the continents
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Auction time 06/04/2026 at 12:00 PM
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