Julien Gauthier

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The Sun Mask, or solar mask, comes from the Bobo people in the northeast of Burkina Faso. Although it is called “solar,” this mask is thought to represent more of an owl. According to the Bobo, its function is to restore the balance given by God between the sun, the earth, and the rain. It is also a protective mask for the family against evil spirits.

Le masque Soleil, ou masque solaire, provient de l’ethnie Bobo, dans le nord-est du Burkina Faso. Bien que dit “solaire”, ce masque représenterait plutôt un hibou ou une chouette.Selon les Bobo, sa fonction est de réinstaurer l’équilibre donné par Dieu entre le soleil, la terre et la pluie. C’est aussi un masque protecteur pour la famille contre les esprits malfaisants.

Mask - Burkina Faso  (No reserve price)

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The wooden Soleil, or solar, mask is from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso, measures 53 × 37 cm and is sold with a stand.

Mask - Burkina Faso (No reserve price)

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The wooden Soleil, or solar, mask is from the Bobo people of Burkina Faso, measures 53 × 37 cm and is sold with a stand.

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