Bobo Bird Mask - Burkina Faso

From Jofa African Imports, "Usually commissioned by the village, this mask was carved to represent "SU" a bush spirit. The mask is worn in dances at village festivals honoring harvests, births, weddings, and funerals - all celebrations marking a significant moment in time for individuals and the people of a village as a whole."

Materials: carved wood and homemade paint.

This mask comes on a metal stand. 

Measures: 11" x 3" x 3".

Made in Burkina Faso, West Africa.

Jofa African Imports began in 2002 by the husband-wife team, Joe and Fatou, who met in Bobo-Dioulasso, Burkina Faso. They wanted to specialize in arts and crafts from the rich cultures of West Africa. Travels have taken them to Burkina, Mali, Niger, Ivory Coast, Ghana, and Togo.

Over the years, their purchases have enriched the lives of many artisans and their families. With the upheavals in West Africa, their business travel has been curtailed, but fortunately, they have collected treasures, many stashed away for a long time, to keep their business afloat. They note a few things to remember: their pieces are handmade, no two items are alike, many are vintage and all have human and natural imperfections.