#1113 Large African Dan Bird Mask Liberia 41" H

This impressive rare find  Dan bird mask from Liberia stands 41" tall  by 15" w by 9.5" D and showcases the skilled craftsmanship of the Dan people. Featuring an elongated face, high forehead, and a central ridge, it symbolizes female spirits associated with spiritual power and protection. Used in Poro society ceremonies, the mask is central to rituals that protect the community and promote prosperity. Detailed with symbolic elements such as crocodile guardians, sacred ancestral animals, and diamond scarification patterns, it embodies the rich cultural heritage and intricate social systems of the Dan.