These large, authentic masks, hand-carved in Burkina Faso for agricultural ceremonies to promote a healthy harvest, will make a dramatic statement in your home!
The masks' geometric design is used to draw people's attention. When worn at night performances around a fire, the effect is quite dramatic. The handle at the bottom of each mask is where the wearer holds the mask during the ceremony.
Sizes range approximately:
14" mask, 17" to end of knob".
17" mask, 21" to end of knob.
20" mask, 23" to end knob.
See info under the size options on the drop-down. Design and size may vary slightly.
Hand carved by Bwa artisans living in Ghana, these beautiful sun masks are inspired by elements of traditional Bwa (Bobo) ceremonial masks and art. Hand-painted with white, blue, golden yellow, and brick red, these iconic masks make stunning modern African wall art. Mask comes ready to display with a single hanging loop on back.
Sold singly; multiple sizes are available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 16"H x 13.5"W x 0.75"D
Large: 21"H x 18.5"W x 0.75"D
Crafted from: Stool wood (Alstonia boonei), paint
Made in: Ghana
Hand carved by Bwa artisans living in Ghana, these beautiful masks are inspired by elements of traditional Bwa (Bobo) ceremonial masks and art. Representing the face of a monkey and hand-painted with white, blue, golden yellow, and brick red, these iconic masks make stunning modern African wall art. Mask comes ready to display with a single hanging loop on back.
Sold singly; multiple sizes are available. Because this is a handcrafted item, each will vary slightly.
Dimensions:
Small: 16"H x 13.5"W x 0.75"D
Large: 21"H x 18.5"W x 0.75"D
Crafted from: Stool wood (Alstonia boonei), paint
Made in: Ghana