{"title":"Dan Kran Tribe","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Dan Kran are associated with the broader Dan people, also known as the Yacouba in Côte d’Ivoire, a Mande-speaking ethnic group residing primarily in western Côte d’Ivoire and eastern Liberia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Dan are renowned for their rich artistic traditions, particularly their intricately carved wooden masks and sculptures used in ceremonial and spiritual practices. Their masks are widely celebrated for their craftsmanship, symbolism, and role in traditional performances and rituals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Dan beliefs emphasize spirit forces, ancestor reverence, and a close relationship between the human community and the forest world. Spiritual ceremonies and masquerades continue to play an important role in preserving cultural identity and community traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDan social organization is traditionally structured around villages, chiefs, elders, and influential communal societies that help guide cultural and social life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDespite modernization and outside influences, the Dan people continue to preserve and celebrate important aspects of their cultural heritage through art, storytelling, music, dance, and ceremonial traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aa04213","title":"Dan Kran Tribe Mask ~15.0\" Tall (New 2026)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e H:15.0\" W:5.9\" L:11.8\" Weight: 3.1 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran Tribe Mask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e – These masks are renowned for their intricate designs and symbolic significance. Typically carved from wood, they often feature elongated faces with slit-like eyes, a protruding mouth, and geometric patterns carved into the surface. The masks are primarily used in traditional ceremonies and rituals, including initiations, funerals, and harvest festivals. Each mask holds specific meanings and may represent various spirits, ancestors, or animals important in Dan cosmology. The masks are believed to embody spiritual power and serve as a means of communication between the physical and spiritual realms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eAbout the Tribe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran tribe, also known as the Dan people or Yacouba, is an ethnic group residing primarily in the Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) and eastern Liberia. They are renowned for their rich artistic traditions, particularly their intricate wooden masks and sculptures. The Dan people have a strong connection to nature and their environment, and their cultural practices often reflect this relationship. Their social structure is arranged in a hierarchical system of governance led by chiefs and elders. Traditional beliefs and practices, including animism and ancestor worship, play a significant role in their spiritual life. Despite modern influences, the Dan people continue to maintain and celebrate their cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Angel Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57361804132512,"sku":"AA04213","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0541\/0829\/1232\/files\/AA04213.jpg?v=1779868092"},{"product_id":"aa04214","title":"Dan Kran Tribe Mask ~19.3\" Tall (New 2026)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e H:19.3\" W:5.1\" L:15.7\" Weight: 3.7 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran Tribe Mask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e – These masks are renowned for their intricate designs and symbolic significance. Typically carved from wood, they often feature elongated faces with slit-like eyes, a protruding mouth, and geometric patterns carved into the surface. The masks are primarily used in traditional ceremonies and rituals, including initiations, funerals, and harvest festivals. Each mask holds specific meanings and may represent various spirits, ancestors, or animals important in Dan cosmology. The masks are believed to embody spiritual power and serve as a means of communication between the physical and spiritual realms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eAbout the Tribe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran tribe, also known as the Dan people or Yacouba, is an ethnic group residing primarily in the Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) and eastern Liberia. They are renowned for their rich artistic traditions, particularly their intricate wooden masks and sculptures. The Dan people have a strong connection to nature and their environment, and their cultural practices often reflect this relationship. Their social structure is arranged in a hierarchical system of governance led by chiefs and elders. Traditional beliefs and practices, including animism and ancestor worship, play a significant role in their spiritual life. Despite modern influences, the Dan people continue to maintain and celebrate their cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Angel Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57361811570848,"sku":"AA04214","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0541\/0829\/1232\/files\/AA04214.jpg?v=1779868107"},{"product_id":"aa04295","title":"Dan Kran Tribe Mask ~37.0\" Tall (New 2026)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/b\u003e H:37.0\" W:7.9\" L:13.4\" Weight: 3.1 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran Tribe Mask\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e – These masks are renowned for their intricate designs and symbolic significance. Typically carved from wood, they often feature elongated faces with slit-like eyes, a protruding mouth, and geometric patterns carved into the surface. The masks are primarily used in traditional ceremonies and rituals, including initiations, funerals, and harvest festivals. Each mask holds specific meanings and may represent various spirits, ancestors, or animals important in Dan cosmology. The masks are believed to embody spiritual power and serve as a means of communication between the physical and spiritual realms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eAbout the Tribe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0cm; text-align: justify; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: 'Calibri',sans-serif; mso-ansi-language: EN-ZA;\"\u003eDan Kran tribe, also known as the Dan people or Yacouba, is an ethnic group residing primarily in the Ivory Coast (Côte d'Ivoire) and eastern Liberia. They are renowned for their rich artistic traditions, particularly their intricate wooden masks and sculptures. The Dan people have a strong connection to nature and their environment, and their cultural practices often reflect this relationship. Their social structure is arranged in a hierarchical system of governance led by chiefs and elders. Traditional beliefs and practices, including animism and ancestor worship, play a significant role in their spiritual life. Despite modern influences, the Dan people continue to maintain and celebrate their cultural heritage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"African Angel Art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57363039223968,"sku":"AA04295","price":370.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0541\/0829\/1232\/files\/AA04295.jpg?v=1779869440"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0541\/0829\/1232\/collections\/AA04213_2.jpg?v=1779798727","url":"https:\/\/www.africanangelart.com\/collections\/dan-kran-tribe.oembed","provider":"African Angel Art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}