Toussian Hornbill Divination Plank Mask - Burkina Faso - Africa

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Toussian Hornbill Divination Plank Mask - Burkina Faso - Africa:
$95.00

Hornbill divination mask known as loniake, from the Toussian people of Burkina Faso. Superb condition. The Toussian are a small group (about 22,000 individuals) that reside in the extreme southwestern parts of Burkina Faso. They are also closely related to the Senufo, and they speak winwen; a Voltaic language very similar to their Voltaic neighbors. This mask is worn at initiation rituals and for divination.Region: Africa
Origin: Burkina Faso
Ethnicity: Toussian (Tusyan)
Ceremony: divination and initiation rituals
Type: loniake
Materials: hardwood; kaolin; paste; abrus beans
Dimensions: 17\" x 10.25\" See my response and offer with confidence. Good luck on your offers!