Burkina Faso Bobo tribe in West Africa have Bobo African Shield used during war by warriors and as a ceremonial shield.These hand-carved sheilds are also for agricultural ceremonies to promote a healthy harvest that will surely make a perfect statement in your home!A very unique art object, this mask made of solid wood, which comes from the Bobo tribe whoare farmers from eastern Burkina Faso. This artful mask is a perfect accent to any existing decorfor any home.Small cracks, discoloration, etc are a normal part of the ageing process and add to the character of each item.The masks' designs is used to draw people's attention. When worn on night performances around a fire, the effect is quite dramatic. The wearer holds the handle at the bottom of each mask during the ceremony.Comes with a wall fitting for easy hanging.Please note the image is a reference only and there might be some variations on the Bobo mask you will receive due to the handmade nature of the item.