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Buk (Mask)

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2026 exam
Verified for the 2026 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

A buk mask is a type of wooden mask used by the Bwa people of Burkina Faso in West Africa. These masks are characterized by their elongated shape and geometric patterns, representing spirits associated with agriculture and fertility.

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