Gurunshi - Burkina Faso

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Holds a postgraduate degree in African studies and 15 years experience in African art.

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Ko mask carved in wood from Burkina Faso of the Gurunshi people, dating to the mid-20th century, 60 cm high, in good condition with original authenticity, from a private collection.

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This mask, known as Ko, which depicts an antelope, is worn by young men aged 15 and 16 during the final year of their initiation rites. The young man wearing this mask performs, during the course of the dances, dangerous leaps to prove his manhood.

Provenance: Medicus Mundi, Barcelona
Argiles Collection, Barcelona

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Ethnic group/ culture

Gurunshi

Country of Origin

Burkina Faso

Period

Mid 20th century

Material

Wood

Sold with stand

Condition

Good condition

Height

60 cm

Provenance

Private collection

Authenticity

Original/official

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Argiles collection, Barcelona

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