The Gouro ethnic group, also known as Guro, is a West African ethnic group primarily living in Ivory Coast, but also in Liberia and Guinea. The Gouro are known for their art, especially their masks and wooden sculptures.
The Gouro have a matrilineal social organization, which means that inheritance is passed down from mother to daughter. They also practice agriculture and hunting, and are known for their production of coffee and cocoa.
The art of the Gouro is marked by the use of masks that represent mythical characters, animals, and spirits of nature. The masks are used during ceremonies and ritual dances to communicate with the spirits and honor the ancestors. The Gouro are also known for their wooden sculptures depicting human figures and animals.
The Gouro are a patrilineal society, which means that inheritance is passed down from father to son. The Gouro also practice polygamy, where a man can have multiple wives, although this is becoming less common.
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