BURKINA FASO BWA CROCODILE MASK. This type of wooden mask is used in rituals and ceremonies by the Bwa people, who live in Burkina Faso and Mali. The masks often represent animals, spirits, or ancestors, and are believed to have the power to connect the living with the spiritual world. Crocodile masks, in particular, are associated with water spirits and represent fertility and prosperity. Painted with geometric patterns in black, white, and red. These patterns are symbolic and may represent clan identity or spiritual beliefs. - Length:. 55.5 inches. Estimate $150-160
