Dance mask - Wood - Burkina Faso
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A large Bwa wooden mask from Burkina Faso, dated to circa 1910–1920, measuring 75 × 37 cm and from a Belgian private collection, with a small restoration to one horn.
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Description from the seller
Very beautiful large wooden mask from Burkina Faso.
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Minor restoration on a horn.
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
Translated by Google TranslateVery beautiful large wooden mask from Burkina Faso.
Provenance: Private Belgian collection.
Sold with a Certificate of Authenticity.
Minor restoration on a horn.
Seller's Story
Independent gallery established in Brussels since 2009, near the flea market, we specialize in ethnographic and artistic collectible objects. We offer sculptures, masks, and African figurines, with particular interest in pieces from Central Africa and the Congo, as well as traditional textiles, bronzes, antique weapons, jewelry, coins, old maps, and archaeological objects.
Thanks to our consignment service, we regularly receive collections from heirs, antique dealers, and collectors, which allows us to frequently refresh our selection. Each item is described accurately and shipped with the utmost care, based on a commitment to transparency, authenticity, and respect for buyers.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Burkina Faso
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Ethnic group/culture
Wood
Height
75 cm
Width
37 cm
Sold with stand
No
Estimated period
1910-1920, 1920-1930
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