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Costa Rican Balsa Wood Ceremonial Jaguar Mask, "Boruca Jaguar"
Colorful motifs adorn the forehead and spirals appear on the cheeks of a fierce jungle cat. In Costa Rica, the jaguar is considered a national symbol. Carved by hand of balsa wood, this mask by Marcos Rojas depicts a jaguar. Such masks are used by the Boruca people in their annual Dance of the Devils celebrations held from December 31 through January 2. The dances reenact scenes from the Spanish conquest.
- 70 grams
- 0.2 lbs
- 15 cm H x 11.5 cm W x 7 cm D
- 6" H x 4.5" W x 2.8" D
- Balsa wood
- Signed by the artist
- Intended as wall decor
- Hand-crafted item -- color, size and/or motif may vary slightly
- Made in Costa Rica.
- Certified and shipped by our office in Central America
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ZQUE
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05/02/2022
"Absolutely gorgeous"
I fell in love with this mask as soon as I saw it and knew I had to have it. The workmanship is beautiful. Thank you so much for this incredible piece. I love it!
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Spirit of the Jaguar, Multicolor Balsa Wood Jaguar Mask from Costa Rica
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Nancy
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03/10/2022
"Exquisite!!"
This mask is incredible! The wood used is really interesting and the colors and design are so beautiful. It looks gorgeous on my wall and definitely draws the eye!
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