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Masked Wrestlers | AKAs Gallery

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The Guro tribe (also called ?Guru? or ?Kweni?) inhabit Baoule in the Ivory Coast. 1906 marked a turning point in Guro civilization. Up to that point they had been protected from colonization by the dense forests which inhibited European encroachment. But in 1906 the French began to overcome these obstacles. The Guro reacted by becoming more nomadic. Living off the land and staying on the move, the Guro were able to evade complete domination briefly; but ultimately in 1912 they were colonized by the French. Since that time the Guro have turned to subsistence farming. Guro villages are not lead by a chief per se. A distinguished village elder may be designated to mediate disputes and serve as liaison to neighboring tribes; but that elder will lack the authoritarian powers of a true chief.

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"Necropolis" is one of the private collection of Artist Binay Singh Shandilya of India. The masks were on display & sell at New Delhi, India during January 2006. These are pure pottery works and no artificial colour is used .

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Our imported Party Masks from England are our first offering. These historic masks have been a hit at parties for years, and are now available to you. We are always on the lookout for party favors and supplies that are unique and fun, so make sure to check back with us often to catch any new items we offer.

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photos and text about tradition and masks

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The Dan tribe chiefly inhabits the Ivory Coast and Liberia where they arrived in the eighth century B.C. A loose confederation of villages totaling some 350,000 individuals, the Dan have spent much of their history battling neighboring tribes and sometimes each other. This gave the them a ferocious reputation as each Dan warrior sought "tin": individual prestige or glory. In former times "tin" was readily available through bravery in war; but the encroachment of colonial governments, and increased centralization has made tribal conflicts less common. Today's young Dan warrior is left to find his "tin" through other pursuits.

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Workshop and shop in two places. On line catalog available. Beautiful trad. venice masks.

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The Punu people of the east African nations of Cameroon, Gabon and the Congo produce some of the most strikingly beautiful masks in all of African art. The white faces of many Punu Masks are intended to ward off evil spirits and witches- and the tall hairdos typical of most Punu Masks signify that the woman is wealthy and thus never has to carry goods on her head

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Hier die tollen Masken von Scream. Wir haben zwei Versionen im Sortiment. Die klassische und noch eine blutige, die Bleeding Mask von Scream. Viel Spass damit!

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All hand-carved and painted masks are carved out of Alaskan birch or yellow cedar. These colorful masks maintain the original stylization of Northwest Coast Native Art, with an emphasis on shamanic themes, and human relationships with animal spirits. They come in a variety of sizes and prices, and can be custom ordered. Among those available: See the Small Masks page, too.

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ex: The Kitchen God was considered as the guardian of the family hearth in traditional China. He was identified as the inventor of fire, which was basically for cooking and was the censor of household morals.

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San Francisco Mask Italia is proud to feature Venetian and Italian mask designs from over fifty artisans from Venice, Verona, and Florence. We travel to Venice six times every year to bring the latest mask designs and techniques to the American market. All masks are handmade and each one is individually selected for our collection for its quality and beauty. The masks can be used for home d?cor, wall hangings, sculpture, and of course for wearing. The Italian and Venetian mask company grew out of a modest personal collection that we developed for fun after visiting Venice. We started importing the masks for our fine jewelry stores in Hawaii in 1999, and soon began selling wholesale at trade shows around the country. In July 2001, we opened our first retail location in San Francisco. The artisans who make the masks today are continuing a cultural tradition that is over one thousand years old. When you make a purchase for your collection, you are helping to preserve this tradition for coming generations.

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This mask is gleaming white with hints of rose hues above the eye and cheek. A half mask is always a mystery because it is unknown what lies underneath.

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"We grew up in Hawaii, and have been representing the islands "professionally" for more than a decade and we continue to grow and develop greater modes of assisting the world in learning of and developing an appreciation towards the cultures of all Polynesia. We spread da aloha and hope you will, too! Mahalo Nui! "

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Site in German. Masks for sale

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The Yoruba people live in Nigeria and Benin (formerly the kingdom of Dahomey), and number nearly 24 million people. Beginning around 1000 AD, the Yoruba built a thriving network of cities and trading routes. Many of those cities survive today, and much of the original societal structure is preserved. Yoruba kings, known as "Oba", are still considered sacred, and still live in palaces in the center of town, surrounded by the residences of their lesser chiefs. Echoes of the Yoruba can even be felt in the Americas in the form of Santeria. This religious tradition evolved in Cuba when the ritual practices of imported Yoruba slaves mixed with Christian theology of the new world. Santeria is still practiced today in many parts of the new world, and still retains it's recognizable Yoruba origins.

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Der "FM" wuchs innert kurzer Zeit zur gr?ssten Veranstaltung dieser Art in der Schweiz an. Heute haben wir die beachtliche Zahl von fast 130 Marktst?nden, an denen alles - was im Zusammenhang mit der Fasnacht steht, angeboten wird. Sei dies Beispielsweise Fasnachtsstoffe, Masken, Kost?me, Instrumente, CD?s, Felle (Kunstfelle), Leder, Accessoires, allerlei Zubeh?r, Fasnachtskunst u.v.m.

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for sale

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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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For sale in many different editions from here

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All masks are numbered and signed by the artist. The full-sized masks measure 7" x 5". Attention to the smallest details is evident in each mask. The masks are adorned with quality paints and fabrics, ribbons are two-sided satin

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Beautiful African Masks of the Kwele tribe

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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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All of these Mexican masks are hand carved by artists. We buy from these artists providing a route to market for their masks.

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The masks are an integral part of the Sri Lankan culture and are manufactured by applying age-old techniques that have been handed down from generation to generation. The masks are manufactured by using only the tools particular to them and from raw materials found abundant in nature.

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