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"Bobo Mask Burkina Fasso-Upper Volta, " Carved & Painted Wood created c. 1945

c. 1945

About the Item

"Bobo Mask Burkina Fasso-Upper Volta" is a wood carved sculpture with painted details. It features the image of an abstracted face with a large almost elephant-like ruck protruding out from the top. 28" x 19" x 9" The Bobo have lived in the region for centuries, with some estimates dating back to 800 A.D. It is generally believed that they moved into this area from the north. Masks fashioned from leaf, fiber, cloth, and wood are usually worn with leaf and fiber costumes. The major context is men's initiation.
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    c. 1945
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 28 in (71.12 cm)Width: 19 in (48.26 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
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  • Gallery Location:
    Milwaukee, WI
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 1325d1stDibs: LU60535011302
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