Bambara Marka Mask – Tosh
AU $350.00 AU $262.50
Handcrafted by skilled Malian artisans, the Bambara Marka mask is a captivating blend of artistry and tradition.
Known for its detailed carvings and cultural significance, this mask represents ancestral spirits and is used in important rituals.
Country of Origin…………….. Mali
Culture………………………… Bambara
Function……………………….. Protection, Celebration, Prosperity
Dimensions……………………. 61 x 26 x 20cm
1 in stock
Description
The Marka people live in Mali and Burkina Faso, West Africa, principally from agriculture with some subsidiary cattle and are famous for their masks and puppets. Marka masks are often carved with horns, comb or crest on top of the head. The image of antelope head is a very often used motif in the Marka masks, as according to their mythology, it taught men how to farm.
Along the Niger River the Marka use the masks in ceremonies related to fishing and farming.
Additional information
| Weight | 6 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 1 × 1 × 1 cm |
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