A Dan Tura mask, Liberia. Certificate of origin and proveance. Incl stand.

"Dan masks, such as the Tura, are far more than carved wood; they are vehicles of transformation, both for the wearer and for the community at large. When donned during ritual performances, these masks allow the wearer to become the spirit it represents, bridging the gap between the human and the divine. The Tura mask, with its refined features and commanding presence, embodies the Dan’s commitment to maintaining harmony between the visible world and the world of spirits."

— Cole, Herbert M., and Doran H. Ross. The Arts of Ghana. University of California Press, 1977.
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"The Dan masking tradition is fundamentally about social cohesion and moral education. The Tura mask, in particular, plays a crucial role in enforcing community norms, acting as a visible symbol of justice and spiritual authority. Through its presence in rituals and performances, it reinforces the values that bind the community together."

— Johnson, Barbara C. Four Dan Sculptors: Continuity and Innovation in Dan Art. Museum for African Art, 1986.

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Height: 34 cm
Weight: 1,5 kg incl. stand