Panamanian Wounaan Embera Woven Toucan Mask. Brightly colored woven mask in the shape of a toucan.

The Wounaan Emberá bird mask is a striking traditional artifact created by the Wounaan and Emberá peoples of Panama and Colombia, known for their vibrant and intricate craftsmanship. These masks are typically carved from lightweight wood and decorated with natural pigments, feathers, and beads to represent various birds—symbols of spiritual power, communication, and connection to nature in their cosmology. Used primarily in ritual dances and ceremonies, the bird masks embody ancestral spirits and serve as a bridge between the human and supernatural worlds. Their bold colors and detailed designs reflect the deep relationship these indigenous communities maintain with the rainforest environment, celebrating both cultural identity and reverence for the natural world.

Size: 6 x 8 x 14 in. 

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