#57 - (Mask) José Gustavo Lázaro Levia - Boruca Mask

Item from Costa Rica (Mauricio Molinari Ulate) Artist: José Gustavo Lázaro Levia Title: Boruca Mask Description: Hand-carved by a Boruca Indigenous artist from Costa Rica, this mask is part of a rich cultural tradition called Cabrú Roj. Celebrated annually, this ritual commemorates the resistance of the Boruca people against Spanish colonization. The carved masks represent the “diablitos” (little devils), symbolizing Indigenous warriors, while the bull represents the Spanish conquerors. Through dance, music, and storytelling, the tradition expresses resilience, identity, and the preservation of ancestral heritage. Medium: Wood (Hand-carved) Dimensions: 16” X 9 ½” Starting Bid: $150.00 BUY IT NOW: $400.00