Crocodile Mask - Bwa People - Burkina Faso -SOLD

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In the Bwa village of Dossi, they tell of an ancestor who travelled for many days seeking new land to farm. Exhausted and near death, the man encountered a crocodile, who gave him a large fish it had been carrying in its jaws. Eating the fish restored the man's strength, allowing him to complete his journey. This mask is danced to honor the spirit of the crocodile, which continues to protect the village.

58"L x 8.5"W x 5.5"D