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African tribal mask wall decor, Bwa sun mask from Burkina Faso, geometric spirit carving, cultural black and white wood sculpture-G5385
$89
$109
African tribal mask wall decor carved by the Bwa of Burkina Faso, symbolizing spirit protection, vision, and ancestral connection.
🌍 Cultural Context
This dramatic Bwa Nwantantay mask originates from Burkina Faso. It is performed in masked rituals connected to initiation, fertility, and funerary rites. The oval eyes reflect spiritual vision, while the abstract mouth and monochrome palette communicate ancestral energy and ritual power. Bwa masks honor the forces of nature and the cosmos.
🎨 Visual Details
Carved from hardwood and painted in black and white natural pigments, the design features concentric ovals for the eyes, a fish-like diamond mouth, and symbolic forehead latticework. Curved rays ring the edges, suggesting spirit energy and ancestral radiance. This ceremonial mask is striking as both tribal wall decor and symbolic storytelling sculpture.
🧽 Care & Display
Display indoors. Wipe with dry cloth. Hanging hole present on back.
📜 Provenance
Collected from Burkina Faso via trusted ethnographic source. Verified as an authentic ritual mask used in Bwa cultural ceremonies.
🚚 Shipping Note
Shipped with care and tracking, stand not included.
📏 Final Measurements
Height: 23.3 cm / 9.2 in
Width: 16.5 cm / 6.5 in
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🌍 Cultural Context
This dramatic Bwa Nwantantay mask originates from Burkina Faso. It is performed in masked rituals connected to initiation, fertility, and funerary rites. The oval eyes reflect spiritual vision, while the abstract mouth and monochrome palette communicate ancestral energy and ritual power. Bwa masks honor the forces of nature and the cosmos.
🎨 Visual Details
Carved from hardwood and painted in black and white natural pigments, the design features concentric ovals for the eyes, a fish-like diamond mouth, and symbolic forehead latticework. Curved rays ring the edges, suggesting spirit energy and ancestral radiance. This ceremonial mask is striking as both tribal wall decor and symbolic storytelling sculpture.
🧽 Care & Display
Display indoors. Wipe with dry cloth. Hanging hole present on back.
📜 Provenance
Collected from Burkina Faso via trusted ethnographic source. Verified as an authentic ritual mask used in Bwa cultural ceremonies.
🚚 Shipping Note
Shipped with care and tracking, stand not included.
📏 Final Measurements
Height: 23.3 cm / 9.2 in
Width: 16.5 cm / 6.5 in
Listed with ExportYourStore.com
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