african bwa butterfly mask burkina faso tribal geometric wall mask yellow wood carved spirit mask decor art sculpture-G5423
$87.00
Sale price
$87.00
Regular price
$107.00
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Bold, winged symbolism — an African mask of sacred spirit and transformation.
This extraordinary African mask is a Bwa butterfly mask from Burkina Faso. Such masks are among the most recognizable symbols of Bwa ritual culture and are traditionally used during agricultural festivals and initiation ceremonies. A mask like this represents natural forces, ancestral presence, and communal harmony.
The butterfly mask is carved from wood and painted with red, white, black, and bright yellow — symbolic colors in Bwa cosmology. The sweeping “wings” are decorated with repeating triangular motifs. Three striking circular designs form the face of the mask, set in a bold yellow triangle.
This mask is best displayed as a wall mask or cultural art object in a well-lit space. Keep away from moisture and dust gently with a dry cloth. The mask’s geometric lines and commanding color palette make it a dramatic and meaningful centerpiece.
Collected from a private source in Burkina Faso, this mask carries the energy of traditional West African ritual life.
📦 Stand not included.
FINAL MEASUREMENTS
Height: 58.8 cm / 23.15 in
Width: 13.7 cm / 5.39 in
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african bwa butterfly mask burkina faso tribal geometric wall mask yellow wood carved spirit mask decor art sculpture-G5423
$87.00
Sale price
$87.00
Regular price
$107.00
This extraordinary African mask is a Bwa butterfly mask from Burkina Faso. Such masks are among the most recognizable symbols of Bwa ritual culture and are traditionally used during agricultural festivals and initiation ceremonies. A mask like this represents natural forces, ancestral presence, and communal harmony.
The butterfly mask is carved from wood and painted with red, white, black, and bright yellow — symbolic colors in Bwa cosmology. The sweeping “wings” are decorated with repeating triangular motifs. Three striking circular designs form the face of the mask, set in a bold yellow triangle.
This mask is best displayed as a wall mask or cultural art object in a well-lit space. Keep away from moisture and dust gently with a dry cloth. The mask’s geometric lines and commanding color palette make it a dramatic and meaningful centerpiece.
Collected from a private source in Burkina Faso, this mask carries the energy of traditional West African ritual life.
📦 Stand not included.
FINAL MEASUREMENTS
Height: 58.8 cm / 23.15 in
Width: 13.7 cm / 5.39 in
Listed with ExportYourStore.com