Lomane Mask
Maker
Guro, Cote d'Ivoire
Maker
Yohure culture
Label TextConsistent stylization and symmetry mark the masks worn in several areas in Cote d’Ivoire. They appear as spirit powers known by the name yu, and arrive with the extra insight that comes from their mixed identity. A streamlined bird sits on top of this refined face. A pert round mouth, scalloped hairline and rickrack beard all attest to the way geometry can be used to define facial features. While there are several Guro and Baule masks in the collection, this is of a type that is not represented.
Object number2006.95
ProvenanceGaston de Havenon, New York, Sol and Jo Levitt DeHavenon; Oliver and Pamela Cobb; SAM
Photo CreditPhoto: Elizabeth Mann
Published ReferencesIllustrated in Arts d'Afrique Noire, 59, 38 (1986)Credit LineGift of Dr. Oliver E. and Pamela F. Cobb, in honor of the 75th Anniversary of the Seattle Art Museum
Dimensions25 x 9 1/2 x 7in. (63.5 x 24.1 x 17.8cm)
MediumWood
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