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Bobo Nuna/Bwa Crocodile Mask from Burkina Faso. A crocodile is related to the water spirit who represents fertility and prosperity. …
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Bobo Nuna/Bwa Crocodile Mask from Burkina Faso. A crocodile is related to the water spirit who represents fertility and prosperity. This large mask is unique as it is carved out of a single piece of wood with a body covered in white pattern detail, a long tail, legs – and protruding snout with large, carved teeth.
Animal-shaped masks are among the primary sculpted art forms from the people of Burkina Faso. Characteristics include terracotta and white colored geometric designs – and numerous checkered, chevron, triangular and circular motifs along with round eyes with square-shaped protruding mouths.
This is a statement piece for a residential, commercial or hospitality setting and would lend interest to a variety of decor styles ranging from Industrial/Loft and Globally-Inspired... to Eclectic or Boho.
Place of Origin: Burkina Faso
Date of Manufacture: 1970s–1980s
Condition: Very Good
Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures.
Dimensions:
62 in. H X 11 in. W X 8.5 in. D
Reference:
The Art of Africa, Elsy Leuzinger (pgs. 84–86), VMFA, Virginia Museum of Fine Arts.
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- Dimensions
- 11ʺW × 8ʺD × 62ʺH
- Period
- 1970s
- Country of Origin
- Burkina Faso
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Chocolate
- Condition Notes
- Condition: Very Good Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures. Condition: Very Good Wear: Consistent with age and use. Please refer to pictures. less
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