Dimitri André

Masks & Symbols from Southern & Central Africa

Bwa masks have their roots in the heart of Burkina Faso, in the central regions where the Bwa people keep centuries-old traditions alive. These works are born not of a mere aesthetic impulse, but of a profound spiritual need. For the Bwa, each mask embodies a spirit of nature, an ancestor, or a cosmic force that protects the community.

Les masques Bwa trouvent leurs racines au cœur du Burkina Faso, dans les régions centrales où le peuple Bwa perpétue des traditions séculaires. Ces œuvres ne naissent pas d'une simple volonté esthétique, mais d'une profonde nécessité spirituelle. Pour les Bwa, chaque masque incarne un esprit de la nature, un ancêtre ou une force cosmique qui protège la communauté.

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Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes

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This 45 × 28 cm wooden Bwa mask from Burkina Faso dates from 1950–1960 and is sold with a stand.

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This 45 × 28 cm wooden Bwa mask from Burkina Faso dates from 1950–1960 and is sold with a stand.

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