This authentic African Bakota Bird tribal mask will add a dramatic and exotic touch to your African home decor. The mask is crafted out of solid wood with painted accents throughout the facial area. This cultural tribal mask will bring a touch of Africa into your home. A beautiful piece! A mask usually is a representation of a defined cultural event or a period in the tribal existance, therefore the Bakota Bird mask is regarded as a ceremonial tribal mask. A representation of the reign and longevity of the Bakota King . Ancestral blessing of longevity and lasting memories.