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The Bozo (Bambara) are a Mande ethnic group located predominantly along the Niger River in Mali. The name Bozo is thought to derive from Bambara "straw house"; the people accept it as referring to the whole of the ethnic group but use more specific clan names such as Sorogoye, Hain, and Tieye themselves. They are famous for their fishing and are occasionally referred to as the "masters of the river" The mask/helmet is made and worn each year during the harvest masquerade that is centered in the region around the Bamana city of Segou. This is a long tradition found in that area. Performed today by the young men of the region it was first adapted from the Bozo people living along the Niger River. Dance troops of young men, members of local youth groups, sing, dance, drum, and manipulate puppets in creating performances called Sogo Bo. Though considered to be a form of entertainment the performances are directed towards a description of the moral universe and the imperfection of humans and the need to educate people as regards ethical behavior and how to attain a religious way of life. The dimension is 33 inches high, 9 inches wide, and 6 inches thick.
Measurements: Height: 7 in, Length: 12 in
Weight: 2.6 lb
Material: Natural Wood
Disclaimer — As many of our items are vintage or made by hand from natural wood, natural variations, markings, and signs of age are part of their unique character.
The Bozo (Bambara) are a Mande ethnic group located predominantly along the Niger River in Mali. The name Bozo is thought to derive from Bambara "straw house"; the people accept it as referring to the whole of the ethnic group but use more specific clan names such as Sorogoye, Hain, and Tieye themselves. They are famous for their fishing and are occasionally referred to as the "masters of the river" The mask/helmet is made and worn each year during the harvest masquerade that is centered in the region around the Bamana city of Segou. This is a long tradition found in that area. Performed today by the young men of the region it was first adapted from the Bozo people living along the Niger River. Dance troops of young men, members of local youth groups, sing, dance, drum, and manipulate puppets in creating performances called Sogo Bo. Though considered to be a form of entertainment the performances are directed towards a description of the moral universe and the imperfection of humans and the need to educate people as regards ethical behavior and how to attain a religious way of life. The dimension is 33 inches high, 9 inches wide, and 6 inches thick.
Measurements: Height: 7 in, Length: 12 in
Weight: 2.6 lb
Material: Natural Wood
Disclaimer — As many of our items are vintage or made by hand from natural wood, natural variations, markings, and signs of age are part of their unique character.