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Mossi wooden African helmet crest from Burkina Faso, made of wood, dimensions 180 × 135 × 350 mm, weight 390 g, in good condition.
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Burkina Faso
Mossi
Wood
Height: 180mm
Width: 135mm
Depth: 350mm
Weight: 390 g
Weight: 710 g
Crest / African helmet made of wood from the Mossi people of Burkina Faso.
Some Mossi masks depict wild animals such as the buffalo, the elephant, and the lion, which are the most common.
By contrast, it is rarer to see domestic animals commemorated as ritual masks.
Zoomorphic masks of animals such as the Ram, the Goat, the Horse, the Rooster, the Dog will nevertheless add additional symbolism to the masquerades, but also in some cases represent the animal that will be sacrificed.
Burkina Faso is a landlocked West African state lying between Mali to the north and west, Niger to the east, Benin, Togo, Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire to the south.
The first Mossi empire was founded in the 15th century by invaders from Ghana.
Formerly known as Upper Volta, the country’s name became Burkiba-Faso in 1984.
“burkina” means “honest man” and in Dioula, “faso” means “house of ancestors” or “country.” Taken together, the name Burkina Faso means "the homeland of honest people".
The Mossi are the largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso.
Fast and secure shipping. Packages are sent with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery via Chronopost in 1 to 3 days in France, 2 to 5 days within the European Union. Delivery to the rest of Europe, worldwide and to islands with Colissimo International.
We speak english."
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateBurkina Faso
Mossi
Wood
Height: 180mm
Width: 135mm
Depth: 350mm
Weight: 390 g
Weight: 710 g
Crest / African helmet made of wood from the Mossi people of Burkina Faso.
Some Mossi masks depict wild animals such as the buffalo, the elephant, and the lion, which are the most common.
By contrast, it is rarer to see domestic animals commemorated as ritual masks.
Zoomorphic masks of animals such as the Ram, the Goat, the Horse, the Rooster, the Dog will nevertheless add additional symbolism to the masquerades, but also in some cases represent the animal that will be sacrificed.
Burkina Faso is a landlocked West African state lying between Mali to the north and west, Niger to the east, Benin, Togo, Ghana and Côte d'Ivoire to the south.
The first Mossi empire was founded in the 15th century by invaders from Ghana.
Formerly known as Upper Volta, the country’s name became Burkiba-Faso in 1984.
“burkina” means “honest man” and in Dioula, “faso” means “house of ancestors” or “country.” Taken together, the name Burkina Faso means "the homeland of honest people".
The Mossi are the largest ethnic group in Burkina Faso.
Fast and secure shipping. Packages are sent with insurance and tracking number.
Delivery via Chronopost in 1 to 3 days in France, 2 to 5 days within the European Union. Delivery to the rest of Europe, worldwide and to islands with Colissimo International.
We speak english."
Seller's Story
Passionate about World Arts and more specifically about African Art, we buy from collectors, former officials, military, health workers, public works staff who have worked in Africa and also in Côte d'Ivoire, from antique dealers and traders who roam across West Africa to find quality objects.
It is with pride that we present works that, beyond their power to beautify spaces, invite our collectors to resonate with the richness and depth of human expression through the most authentic art.
At Arts Ethniques Gallery, we have the privilege of offering our visitors an exclusive selection of artworks, all unique and original. Each piece presented is the outcome of a demanding artistic approach, driven by a singular vision and mastered craftsmanship, all elements that guarantee authenticity and value.
The works we offer are not industrial reproductions. They are individual creations, crafted with sensitivity and precision, each bearing its own story, identity and presence. Originality is the very foundation of our commitment to excellence. Thus, every mask and every statue in our collection is the subject of a rigorous selection, in order to preserve their rarity and singularity.
Acquiring a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery means owning a truly unique piece: a creation that embodies both talent, cultural memory and the expressive force of African art. It is also a lasting investment in a work whose artistic and emotional value transcends time.
We guarantee that every work leaving our gallery is an authentic piece, without replicas, bearing witness to the creativity, heritage and passion of the African artists who shaped them.
We invite you to participate in our gallery’s auctions with confidence. Each presented work is an original, unique and irreplaceable creation, selected with the greatest rigor to guarantee its authenticity and artistic value.
Whether you wish to enrich a personal collection or introduce an exceptional artwork into your space, Arts Ethniques Gallery offers a safe, transparent and professional setting to acquire remarkable pieces.
Art auctions are a privileged moment to discover rare works, capable of becoming the heart of a collection. Acquiring a work at our sales is not just buying an object: it is investing in a creation whose aesthetic value and cultural reach reinforce over time.
The pieces presented by Arts Ethniques Gallery testify not only to the talent and vision of the artists but also possess the ability to transform spaces and enrich the gaze of those who behold them.
Participating in our auctions is taking part in a singular experience, where the passion for art meets the rigors of collecting. Bidding on a work from Arts Ethniques Gallery goes beyond a simple transaction: it is a gesture of commitment and appreciation for art in its most authentic form.
We invite you to bid with passion and to join us in this adventure dedicated to discovery, transmission and celebration of art.
Perhaps your next heart piece is already waiting for you."
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Ethnic group/ culture
mossi
Country of Origin
Burkina Faso
Material
Wood
Sold with stand
No
Condition
Good condition
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