Zaouly mask is a symbol of the Gouro community in Ivory Coast.
It is said that Djela Lou Zaouly was a goddess for the Gouro people. The Gouro word “ Djela Lou Zaouly” means “ The lion’s daughter”.Zaouly is a goddess for beauty.
You can purchase a Zaouly mask if you visit one of the following links:
http://ie.four.ebid.net/stores/myafrikart
http://myworld.ebay.ie/whatagwanagal/
Zaouly masks have always bright colours . They can be used for ceremonies and also in funerals. They are always associated with a special stylish dance . You can see the dance if you visit the following links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ve_O9L4RS0I
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3M5GVwXb2XY
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