Rare Wee (Kran, Guerre) Antique Tribal Mask Liberia
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Greetings. This is a very rare antique Wee mask which has been hand carved from wood, has metal teeth, cloth held on with metal studs and animal skin. The tongue has been painted with a red pigment and the teeth with a white pigment. The Wee have been known in the past as the Kran in Liberia and the Nguere or Guerre in Ivory Coast. This specimen is a male mask. Wee make their female masks rounded or oval with narrow eyes and non-challenging features. The male masks however appear larger in size, have grosser proportions with an open mouth with teeth, tube like eyes and fur. The features of this mask refer to forces in the bush whose energy and powers add to the authority of the spirit represented here. Female masks are to entertain whereas the male masks exercise social control, punish wrong doers, declare wars and proclaim peace. Wee masks such as this where meant to instill fear through their appearance. This amazing rare mask was collected in Liberia and was made by the Wee people. This Wee made artifact is in excellent condition with a highly intriguing tribal wear and would make a fine addition to any African culture collector's treasure trove. This beautiful specimen measures 10 1/2 inches long and 11 inches wide. Please feel free to email me for additonal pictures before buying. I am always happy to combine shipping on multiple
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