{"product_id":"toussian-calao-mask-burkina-faso-african-tribal-art-2","title":"Toussian Calao Bird Mask – Authentic Hand-Carved Ritual Mask, Burkina Faso | 63 Cm","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis authentic Toussian calao mask from southwest Burkina Faso is a major piece of traditional West African tribal art. Meticulously carved from hardwood, it features a flat plank surmounted by a sacred calao (hornbill) bird — a totemic symbol central to Toussian culture. Adorned with natural fibers, nails, and cowrie shells, these masks were used exclusively in initiation rites to ward off evil spirits and bless agricultural sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRitual Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStrictly reserved for initiation rites, these zoomorphic masks regulate social life within the community. Worn by initiates during ritual ceremonies, they promote community health and solemnly bless agricultural sowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: 63 × 33 cm\u003cbr\u003eEthnic Group: Toussian\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: Southwest Burkina Faso, West Africa\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Hand-carved hardwood with natural fibers, nails, and cowrie shells\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCurated by Alobalo, a family with over 30 years of expertise in authentic African tribal art. Worldwide shipping from Burkina Faso (15–20 days to the US and Europe).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"\u0026 Other Stories","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48080711024866,"sku":null,"price":148.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0825\/2201\/3922\/files\/f56ec86d-3235-46bd-8be8-ac7e25a9abbd_8098dea7-5113-4cfe-9c83-6231a66fea88.jpg?v=1784744711","url":"https:\/\/www.alobalo.shop\/es\/products\/toussian-calao-mask-burkina-faso-african-tribal-art-2","provider":"Alobalo ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}