BWA African Mask | African Tribal Mask | African Art | Tribal Mask | Wood Mask

Description

Antique African Mask | Genuine BWA Buffalo Mask from Burkina Faso | Collector Wood Tribal Mask
HISTORY BEHIND OUR MASKS
Paulski Art strives to deliver collectible and authentic African masks from regions across the African continent. With access to antiquity auctions and museum curators across Western and Southern Africa, we do our ultimate best to secure only genuine tribal masks and provide information that is well researched by our curators in determining origin, culture, and age. We examine our pieces thoroughly and do our best to photograph each section of a mask so a buyer/collector can have a full understanding of what they’re purchasing without any surprises. That is our promise!
MASK: BUFFALO / BUSH SPIRIT
Origin – Black Volta River Region, Burkina Faso
Culture: Nunuma or Winiama People
Type – Face Mask
Dimensions – 26” x 19” x 10”
Material/Medium – Harwood, pigment/painted in black, red and white
Estimated Age – Early 20th Century
Authenticity – 100% Authentic and Vintage African Mask (Auction Acquired)
The Nunuma live southwest of the Mossi Plateau, to the east of the Marka Dafing and the Bwa. They are often referred to as "Gurunsi" even though the Nunuma themselves consider this a pejorative term. In their masks, traits of a buffalo are sometimes combined with a bird, both animals signifying nature spirits. Such masks were worn by initiated young men at burial services, or in order to rid the village of destructive forces.
Imperfections and Repairs
Given the old age and environment the mask originated from; Cracks, chips, dents, faded paint and some broken parts are common with any African antique mask. Carefully inspect each image. We investigate our masks thoroughly and do our best to highlight all details in our pictures. Above all this adds to the beauty and authenticity of each mask.
Shipping and Returns
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All our masks are professionally boxed and shipped by our packaging partners who specialize in antiquities and collector items. Depending on the size of the mask, shipping will be done via UPS or LTL door to door service.
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Our return policy is strictly 30 days upon delivery. We ask that you contact us immediately if you decide to return a mask. All return shipping and insurance to the mask is paid by the customer. Damaged masks upon arrival will not be accepted and refund will be voided. We typically inspect each mask requiring 24-48 hours prior to issuing a refund to the source of payment used. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.