Big Butterfly Mask-bwa-burkina Faso

Large butterfly mask called "Moissons", Bwada -Burkina Faso ethnic group, mid-20th century. Year 50/60. Carved wood + pigments, in the center of the concentric circles reminds us of the god "DO" or "DOYO", who knows and sees everything. In the center, the beak of the hornbill. This protective mask is used for ceremonies to promote harvests. Very nice element of wall decoration above a double door or on a wall. Length: 200 cm Width: 30 cm Depth in the center: 24 cm Good state of conservation and use, in its own juice, see the details in the photos. Shipping costs to be seen according to destination. Sale in France only, no international shipping. Visit my other objects by consulting my gallery.