SKU: 148328
Mossi Bird Hunter's Mask Burkina Faso
Height: 20.0
Width: 11.5
Depth: 3.0
Width: 11.5
Depth: 3.0
$250.00
Description
The Mossi, currently the largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso, trace their origins to horsemen who migrated northward from present-day Ghana in the 1500s. Renowned for their vibrant masquerades, the Mossi people use large, finely crafted masks and colorful costumes in ceremonies and celebrations. Elders hold a special status, receiving elaborate funerals featuring masked dancers representing ancestors, spirits, and natural forces through dramatic and vigorous performances.
Height (In)
20.0
Width (In)
11.5
Depth (In)
3.0
148328
Approximate Age: Mid 20th Century
People: Mossi
Country of Origin: Burkina Faso
Material
Material: metal
Condition
Damage/Repair: Rusted metal
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.
Overall Condition: Good. Most of our pieces have spent decades on at least two continents, and have been treasured by several owners.