African Tribal Art Wooden Carved Dan Wakemia Spoon African traditional trop-G2366 Antiques Tribal Face The Guros Are Well Known

The Guros Are Well Known As Sculptors Of Colorful Masks

This particular figurine spoon hails from Africa and features a handle topped with a typical Dan figurine head

The imagery that surmounts these masks translates into visual form the lyrics of songs that emphasize gender differences

The masks are thought to give their wearers spirit powers

This African Mask Has A Rounded Forehead That Is Divided Vertically By A Prominent Scarification

African Tribal Art Wooden Carved Dan Wakemia Spoon African traditional trop-G2366 Antiques Tribal Face The Guros Are Well KnownSIZE(CM): 34. 2 9. 2 As the spoon evolved and found new applications, its initial purpose shifted. Yet, differentiating between its primary function and secondary roles can be challenging. Undoubtedly, the spoon's function was deliberately altered to fulfill various other roles, often becoming intertwined with political power, social status, and religious hierarchies as a significant symbol. The possession of a well crafted spoon not only indicated