Handcrafted Wood Crocodile, Burkina Faso Mask, African Bobo Mask Decoration, Collector Piece

This striking crocodile mask was hand carved and painted by skilled Bobo artisans in Burkina Faso. Unique to the region of in Bobo Dioulasso, the mask is of a crocodile which symbolizes strength and protection. This unique mask is carved out of a single piece of wood, with an intricate geometric design and painting in black, white, and red. Villages are often near rivers, and crocodiles were seen as receptors of the spirits of ancestors. In the past an ancestor was said to have been saved from thirst by a crocodile which showed him the way to the river. Ever since, crocodiles have been revered.

This extraordinary and rare piece is sure to be a center of attention wherever it goes - living room, dining room, office, bedroom. Its length is 44".

Every purchase provides a livelihood to accomplished artists in Burkina Faso and encourages the development of their skills and art.

Great for anyone who appreciates design and wants to support ethically made crafts and natural materials.

Handcrafted - dimensions may vary.