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SPIRITS-SPEAK
African wall sculpture, Bobo sun mask from Burkina Faso, square tribal carving, spirit face decor, geometric wood mask wall art-G5389
$88
$108
African wall sculpture mask with sharp tribal geometry, hand-carved by the Bobo of Burkina Faso for ancestral and agricultural ceremonies.
🌍 Cultural Context
This is a Bobo sun mask from Burkina Faso, used in spirit ceremonies to bless crops, ward off evil, and maintain communal harmony. The square shape with its toothed border evokes the sun’s radiance, while the bold red eyes and mouth communicate ancestral authority and fertility energy. It was worn during ritual dances invoking sky spirits and elemental forces.
🎨 Visual Details
This piece is carved in a square plank format with vivid yellow pigment at the center and zigzag white teeth-like edging. The red triangle eyes are capped with brass pins, and the mouth has a white-toothed snarl, giving it spiritual intensity. The top finial loop is carved in a twisted form, traditionally used for mounting onto dancer headdresses or altars.
🧽 Care & Display
Indoor use only. Dust lightly with a dry cloth. Hanging loop is integrated in the crest.
📜 Provenance
Sourced from a field collection in Burkina Faso and confirmed as an authentic Bobo ceremonial mask by a West African tribal art expert.
🚚 Shipping Note
Packed securely and shipped with tracking, stand not included.
📏 Final Measurements
Height: 29.9 cm / 11.7 in
Width: 15.5 cm / 6.1 in
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🌍 Cultural Context
This is a Bobo sun mask from Burkina Faso, used in spirit ceremonies to bless crops, ward off evil, and maintain communal harmony. The square shape with its toothed border evokes the sun’s radiance, while the bold red eyes and mouth communicate ancestral authority and fertility energy. It was worn during ritual dances invoking sky spirits and elemental forces.
🎨 Visual Details
This piece is carved in a square plank format with vivid yellow pigment at the center and zigzag white teeth-like edging. The red triangle eyes are capped with brass pins, and the mouth has a white-toothed snarl, giving it spiritual intensity. The top finial loop is carved in a twisted form, traditionally used for mounting onto dancer headdresses or altars.
🧽 Care & Display
Indoor use only. Dust lightly with a dry cloth. Hanging loop is integrated in the crest.
📜 Provenance
Sourced from a field collection in Burkina Faso and confirmed as an authentic Bobo ceremonial mask by a West African tribal art expert.
🚚 Shipping Note
Packed securely and shipped with tracking, stand not included.
📏 Final Measurements
Height: 29.9 cm / 11.7 in
Width: 15.5 cm / 6.1 in
Listed with ExportYourStore.com
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