Panchuruli Bronze Botta Kola Mask

Description

Details:

• Material: Bronze

• Origin: Canara region, South India

• Crafting Method: Traditional lost-wax casting

• Type: Folklore ritual mask

• Size : 11inch long x 11 inch wide x 12 inch depth

Cultural Significance:
The Panchuruli mask holds deep spiritual and cultural importance in the Botta Kola tradition—a ritual performance art dedicated to spirit worship. These masks are worn during ceremonial invocations of deities and ancestral spirits, symbolizing divine presence and protection.

A Collector’s Treasure:

With its intricate detailing and powerful cultural symbolism, this bronze mask is a remarkable acquisition for collectors of tribal and ritual art. It stands as both a work of fine craftsmanship and a vital piece of South India’s living heritage.