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Mask "Bird" MOSSI, from Burkina Faso, wooden, H = 35 ; L = 77 ; l = 20
The long beak is a symbol of fertility, embodying a spirit, and featuring a curved summit ridge, with a dark patina, and with colored threads and cowries

Masque "Oiseau " MOSSI  , du Burkina Faso , en bois  ,           H = 35 ; L = 77 ; l = 20  
   Le long bec est synonyme de fécondité , incarnant un esprit , et disposant d'une arête sommitale incurvée , 
   de patine sombre , avec des fils de couleur et cauris 


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Burkina Faso

Early 20th century - Wood - Fair condition

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Mossi mask from Burkina Faso, wood, height 35 cm, length 77 cm, width 20 cm; provenance private collection; authentic/original; a bird mask with a long beak symbolising fertility, featuring a curved ridge, dark patina with coloured threads and cowries.

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Mossi mask from Burkina Faso, wood, height 35 cm, length 77 cm, width 20 cm; provenance private collection; authentic/original; a bird mask with a long beak symbolising fertility, featuring a curved ridge, dark patina with coloured threads and cowries.

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