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Burkina Faso. Classic butterfly…
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Wellington
Date:
8-Oct-2024
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Burkina Faso. Classic butterfly form with intricate geometrical patterns richly coloured with red, black and kaolin pigments. These masks are worn in front of the face and attached with a thick rope which the dancer holds in his mouth. This mask would be worn during agricultural festivals where the dancers would mimic the motion of a butterfly. Just before a rainfall it is said that swarms of butterflies appear. This dance is made in hope the gods will cause rain to fall on the newly Planted field. Provenance: Private Collection of Michael Yoffe. Length 207 cm
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