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by Claude Rilly PARIS - If sculpture is the projection of one's thoughts into three dimensions, then the African continent has produced many of the greatest sculptors of all time, even though no single name has ever been passed down. With the permanent exhibition, which occupies three floors of the (too) little known Mus?e Dapper in Paris, we are shown not only the most riveting examples of African art, but also the most disconcerting. Disconcerting because our western minds, despite a century of contemporary art which has been concerned with decompartmentalizing and reconstructing esthetic ideals, always thirst for classifications and categories which are not possible in this context.

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Very elegant masks. DRESSES FOR GALA EVENINGS AND BALLS Costume rental for parties and events all over the World masks, fans, hats, mantles and accesories

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Fierberg's Costume Warehouse is known far and wide for quality and service in the world of theatrical rental design. We are are the third oldest of its kind in the country. We are proud to be keeping Mendel Fierberg's dream alive. Now the business is known for costuming many commercial accounts, television, film, video, live theatre, photographers, weddings, proms, holidays, ice shows, and much, much more!

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" Many years ago, in a city made of magic and light, a great masked ball was held. Gods and kings, heros and mystical creatures were all invited to the masquerade and on the appointed night they made their way to a grand ballroom bathed in the glow of a million fireflies. Their costumes were spun of spider's silk and mist and colored with the lights of the northern sky. On their faces they wore enchanted masks made by the elves of the sacred mountains. They danced to the music of the trees and the songs of the wind and all was happy until they learned that one very important inhabitant of the land had been overlooked."

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collection of masks - and costumes to go with it.

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The collector of the 230 masks was ethnologist Arturo Jim?nez Borja (1908-2000). He was a connoisseur.He began his collection late in life. As he relates in his book M?scaras peruanas (1996), the first piece in his collection came from Hu?nuco in the 1950s. It was given to him by his friend Esteban Pavletich on a holiday trip to the interior

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Very special masks for sale.An onlineshop with a sence of humour.

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Makes awsome Giant Puppet

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Masks and costumes shop online

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Welcome to Joey's Masks and Props on the net. We offer latex rubber masks for retail and wholesale purchase, and also offer Halloween props, small hanging decorations, and other Halloween accessories....

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Noh performances reflect upon the daily life and times of the Japanese. An extremely stylized art form which dates back to the feudal period, the masks used convey the mood and character of the part played by the performer. Thus, each mask is a manifestation of elegant simplicity and rustic tranquility.

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We acquired the 70 plus African masks during several years of living in Western and Central African countries prior to 1986. We wish to market the entire collection, or, alternatively, ethnic groupings that may be of interest to individual collectors. Most of the masks were made in Zaire (Kuba, Pende, Salampasu, Songye, Tshokwe, Yaka, Suku, etc.). Eight of the masks are rare Kom pieces from Cameroon. Masks from Mali, Liberia, Angola and Ivory Coast are also included. The masks which we consider art objects were created for specific utilitarian purposes, as tools to facilitate cultural functions -initiation into adulthood and secret societies, ancestor worship, births, deaths, law enforcement, fertility and agricultural rites, healing and exorcism, etc. Sadly, most African countries which do have museums are without resources to preserve them. The effects of termites, fungi and other pathogens can be seen on many masks.

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Spirits of the North

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Indaba has a large and varied collection of authentic masks and headdresses. Many of the pieces are museum quality collector's items, others are newer yet fine examples of the style of the tribe and country of origin. Most west African tribes are represented including Bambara, Baule, Bobo, Chokwe, Dan, Fang, Marka, Mende, Mossi and Songye.

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We have costumes and accessories for all of the upcoming holidays and occasions from the 4th of July to Summer Luaus. We also carry costumes for theme parties and plays, year round. Hats, masks, costumes...and lots more "We have costumes and accessories for all of the upcoming holidays and occasions from the 4th of July to Summer Luaus. We also carry costumes for theme parties and plays, year round. Use the links provided for easy, hassle-free shopping."

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John Young Museum of Art Outreach College University of Hawai`i at Manoa Krauss Hall, 2500 Dole Street Honolulu, HI 96822 The museum's current exhibition, the popular "Transformations: Korean Masks from the Ryun Namkoong Collection," has been extended by special arrangement until May 15, 2001, after which time the 109 masks comprising the show will return to Korea

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Die Firma H?bner und Co liefert Dekorationen, Karnevalartikel und Festbedarf

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The mysterious qualities of masks have always been fascinating. Many beautiful masks are available, each with unique properties. These are wonderful objects for shadow box framing.

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The Story Teller - Felt Educational Products "When you touch the heart and mind of a child, you can change the future!"

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These wire mesh masks from the Central altiplano are used in Carnival celebrations 3 masks

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These are handcrafted with a tough mixture of rice paper, cotton rag paper, wood and newspaper.

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4 1/4" H x 6" W. Carver: Raphael Sarracino.

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Masks play an important role in Mexico?s rich heritage of dances and fiestas. Masks are worn on such ceremonial occasions as Carnival, Holy Week and Days of the Dead. The majority of our masks are handcarved from copal or zompantle wood in the state of Guerrerro. Another wonderful item are the worn "trajes" or canvas dance suits painted on both sides with several small masks stitched to their front.

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A selection of masks from various cultures in Mexico and Latin America. Traditional use of masks in these cultures is for ceremonial purposes as well as decoration. We do not have any masks at this time that have actually been used in ceremonies or dances but our masks are all authentic and carved by the the indigenous people who use them.

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English + German version Mask World features masks and accessories that are not offered by Gypsy Renaissance, in such categories as Horror, Sci-Fi, Celebrities, Real Faces or just Fun. You will also find a large selection of Costumes, Wigs and Teeth. This site can be a lot of fun

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