A Bwa zoomorphic helmet mask, region Bobodioulasso, Burkina Faso, of hollowed form and large proportions, an elongated snout and open mouth with tongue beneath pierced bulging, rectangular-shaped eyes, a raised ridge running perpendicular, at back of helmet carved spiralling horns, framed by two large zoomorphic-ears, the front of the mask decorated with incised checkerboard patterns, around the rim pierced through for attachment; traces of white, black and white patina, age and ritual use, several cracks and old authentic repairs on the right side at back of the mask, incl. stand.

Lit.: Christopher D. Roy/Thomas G.B. Wheelock: Land of the Flying Masks. Art and Culture in Burkina Faso. The Thomas G. B. Wheelock Collection, Prestel 2007.

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Height: 83 cm
Weight: 8 kg (incl. stand)