Hombo mask Bwa people Burkina Faso Dense, harder wood with organic red, white and black organic pigments 12"L In very good condition, though on reverse there are two old losses-one at the very bottom of the back edge, and one at the top right side. Each are approx 2.75" L and most likely occurred while the mask was in use. The outer edges of these losses do not translate onto the front and side views of the mask. The deficiencies are not very easily seen unless the mask is turned around to view from the backside. Encrusted and generally slightly faded and worn pigments. Libated with Shea butter. Provenance: Stewart Bart collection, NYC and FL, since the late 1950's