African Masks - Grebo Mask 3

African art and masks of the Grebo. This African war mask from the Grebo people of the Ivory Coast is 27.5 inches tall, and 8 inches wide. The many cylindrical protuberances on the face of this mask represent eyes, intended to frighten the enemy. The rich wood grain, and stable, old repair on the chin add texture and character to this Grebo war mask.