Ivorian Baule Firespider Mask african art Immerse yourself in the rich

Immerse yourself in the rich cultural heritage of Gabon with this exquisite Punu wooden mask

Baule Spoon from Ivory Coast

rounded seat and intricately carved legs

The texture of the incised patterns contrasts beautifully with the smooth surface of the rest of the pot

Ivorian Baule Firespider Mask african art Immerse yourself in the richBaule Firespider Mask from Ivory Coast The Baule people are one of the largest ethnic groups in Cote dIvoire (Ivory Coast). They belong to the Akan peoples who inhabited Ghana centuries ago. According to a legend, in the eighteenth century, the queen mother, Abla Pokou had to lead her people west to the shores of Comoe, the land of Senufo. To cross the river she sacrificed her son. This sacrifice originated the name Baule, for Baouli means the child