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SERENITY MASK

OTHOTSE

(OTHOTSE is a Sotho word for a person who is quiet inside).

The beautiful smooth planes and clean outline of this mask typify many Baule (Côte d' Ivoire) carvings. 

The downcast eyes imply composure - an essential adjunct to peace and serenity. 

The total of seven horizontal lines on the face is an allusion to sexual completeness. Gu (Côte d' Ivoire).