Ivorian Senufo Mask - Man w/ Headdress bronze such dolls were created by

such dolls were created by maternal grandmothers and presented to brides during wedding ceremonies

Handcrafted by the skilled artisans of the Bamileke people

Carved from a single piece of wood

were often seen as symbols of fertility

and community ties

Ivorian Senufo Mask - Man w/ Headdress bronze such dolls were created bySenufo Mask from Ivory Coast 19th Century This 19th century wooden Senufo mask from Cte d'Ivoire is a striking example of the rich artistic and spiritual traditions of the Senufo people. Hand carved with precision, the mask exhibits the distinctive characteristics of Senufo artistry, with its elongated face, almond shaped eyes, and smooth, flowing lines. These masks are typically used in ceremonies and rituals, particularly those related to Poro, the