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Impressive vintage Nwenka helmet mask from Burkina Faso. These masks are not meant to represent living beings, but rather the … Read more Impressive vintage Nwenka helmet mask from Burkina Faso. These masks are not meant to represent living beings, but rather the spirit of an animal. Striking red, white and blue pigments applied in traditional Burkina Faso geometric patterns. Tall sculptural mask with stylized features and rectangular cut-out eyes. Signs of age and use with worn patina and slight damage to bottom of narrow chin area. See less
- Dimensions
- 10ʺW × 10ʺD × 62ʺH
- Period
- Mid 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
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- Materials
- Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. Signs of age and use which adds to the authenticity/character. less
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