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Doll from the Dan - Ivory Coast

Doll from the Dan - Ivory Coast

Regular price €100,00 EUR
Regular price Sale price €100,00 EUR
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Object: Dan Doll 

Region/ country: Ivory Coast/ Côte d'Ivoire

Material: Wood, fabric, raffia

Condition: Excellent

Sold with stand: No

Dimensions: 32×18×10 cm

 

Embark on a cultural journey with a captivating treasure: a Dan people doll from the Ivory Coast. These dolls, adorned in traditional Dan dancer attire, are more than just carvings – they encapsulate the essence of ancestral reverence and spiritual connection.


Each of these sculptures serves as a vessel, holding the spirit and soul of a revered ancestor within. These dolls carry a profound significance, bridging the gap between the past and the present. What sets this particular doll apart is the inclusion of a Deangle Dan mask, meticulously carved with astonishing finesse. The mask emanates a serene and gentle aura, embodying the very essence of beauty as cherished within their cultural identity.

The Dan people's heritage is woven with a profound belief in the mystical forces of the bush, a realm where the supernatural intersects with the mundane. Through this doll, you grasp a tangible fragment of their belief system and the intricate ways in which spirituality and daily life intertwine.

This doll, hailing from the Ivory Coast, not only serves as a physical representation but also as a portal to a world steeped in tradition and mystique. As you hold it in your hands, you hold a piece of the Dan people's story, a testament to their respect for their ancestors and their intricate connection to the unseen forces that shape their lives.

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