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A traditional African wooden and turquoise mask with a curved, horn-like top piece, featuring a bright turquoise blue face with hand-painted details and a natural wood border.
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A traditional African wooden mask with a vibrant turquoise blue face, hand-painted details, and a dark brown horn-like loop at the top, shown against a plain white background.

Blue Goli Mask, Côte d'Ivoire | SKU: M860

SKU: M860
Sale price$275.00

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Description of Significance of this Baule Goli Glin Mask from the Ivory Coast

Baule Goli masks in the shape of an abstract buffalo are bold, circular face masks with large, curved horns and stylized features. These masks appear during Goli masquerade ceremonies, which mark funerals, festivals, or moments of social transition. Representing powerful bush spirits, they blend human and animal elements—particularly the strength and authority of the buffalo. Typically painted in red, black, or dark tones, these masks are danced in rhythmic, energetic performances that honor ancestors, ward off malevolent forces, and reinforce social harmony. Their striking form and symbolic power make them some of the most iconic in Baule art.

Country of Origin

  • Hand carved in Côte d'Ivoire

Dimensions (inches)

  • Depth: 3" 

  • Width: 12" 

  • Height: 19"

Sustainable Materials
  • Natural paint and stain

  • Indigenous wood

Display

  • Wall Hanging: the mask includes a wire installed on the back for easy wall hanging.

Shipping

  • Subsidized U.S. FedEx Ground shipping: $30

  • Smaller pieces are shipped via FedEx Ground in a secure box, with careful packaging to ensure safe delivery. To make fine art shipping more affordable, we subsidize part of the cost.

  • Each shipment includes a declared value, requiring a signature upon delivery for added security.

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A traditional African wooden and turquoise mask with a curved, horn-like top piece, featuring a bright turquoise blue face with hand-painted details and a natural wood border.

Blue Goli Mask, Côte d'Ivoire | SKU: M860

Hemingway African Gallery

Pickup available, Usually ready in 1 hour

88 Leonard St.
New York NY 10013
United States

+12128383650
A traditional African wooden and turquoise mask with a curved, horn-like top piece, featuring a bright turquoise blue face with hand-painted details and a natural wood border.
Blue Goli Mask, Côte d'Ivoire | SKU: M860 Sale price$275.00

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