Nepal, Kathmandu
Kathmandu
Chinese Opera Mask Portrait Series
The Origin of Himalayan Masks Cult Nepalese and Tibetan Masks are one of the symbols that better represent the culture and traditions of people living in the Himalayan region. The ritual of wearing masks is very old and it comes from animists Himalayan tribes used to worship spirits of nature and guardians of these majestic […]
Description of Item Length of mask : 15.51" Inches / 39.4 Cms Width of mask : 10.27" Inches / 26.1 Cms Thickness of mask : 3.74" Inches / 9.5 Cms Weight of mask : 1112 Gms / 2.454 Lbs Product Code : MASK6251 This is beautiful antique master quality hand carved old wooden Mahakali mask. Most of the masks are made of wood and are of human dimensions. In contrast with classical masks, the tribal mask maker it seems had more liberty of expression and could use his imagination more freely. The masks of the Magar and Gurung tribes are of hardwood covered with a glossy, high patina from exposure to smoke and butter fat. Masks of the lowland Tharu people are often of a softer wood, pigmented with polychrome or white kaolin clay. The Rai people are known to make house-protecting masks from tree fungus while some other masks are created from felt and goat skin. Some of these masks supposedly been used for purposes of healing, oracle augury and life crisis initiations while others - in pantomimes on the occasion of village seasonal festivals or ceremonies dedicated to ancestors. An interesting article about tribal masks of Nepal. Customer Satisfaction Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have any questions or concerns before or after your purchase. We are committed to your 100% satisfaction. Have any questions, please communicate if I don’t resolve, then use your legal rights. Please do not leave us with a negative feedback, thank you! Shipping All the standard shipping to worldwide is done via USPS, Aramex, UPS, FedEx, DHL and EMS. Shipping speed depends on the cost of shipping and it can take up to 7-20 business days to reach to you. All economy shipping are processed via Nepal Post Registered Air mail with tracking number, it needs 10-30 business days to reach to you. Feedback Since your feedback is very important to our business's development, we sincerely invite you to leave positive feedback for us if you are satisfied with our product and service. It'll just take you 1 minute and will be heartily appreciated. Thank you! Welcome to contact me with any issue anytime and it will be responded as soon as possible. Thank you Namaste And Peace From Nepal
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