Mask (Kple Kple or Kouassi Gbe)

late 1800s-early 1900s Overall: 40.7 cm (16 in.) Source image
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This kple kple mask belongs to the first of four pairs of masks that entertain as part of a performance sequence in the goli dance. The male in each pair dances first. The masks are worn by young boys in a rapid stamping dance. The masqueraders alternate with each other and wa...

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1975.155
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