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Sometimes for tribal celebrations and sometimes the have a mask that they put behind their head to make a "face" on the back of their head for safety reasons in the jungle because of Big cats usually only pounce on their prey from behind and doing so with the maks it confuses them.
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∙ 12y ago
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∙ 13y agoAfrican masks are:
Masks that africans wear they normally wear them to match there tribe colours
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∙ 11y agoan african mask is a mask, often wooden, made in africa or in an african style
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∙ 12y agoAfrican Masks were worn during celebrations, initiations, crop harvesting, war preparation, and by dancers.
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∙ 11y agoAn African mask is a wooden shape that African people wear on special events
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Who made the first African mask?
African masks are used in rituals, when they are worn by a dancer who dances around a fire with him and other people behind him chanting different prayers in Swahili (African language) Im not an expert but this is what i got from using faithful old google.
What is chiwara mask?
A Chi Wara mask is a ritual mask, worn and used in the ceremonial teaching of Bambara history and virtues of the people of Mali. Mali is a African country in a region that was under French colonial rule for about 70 years, beginning at the tail end of the 19th century. The Bambara people have a rigid caste system.
Whats a woyo mask?
The Woyo mask represents power, pride, and leadership.The colours used in a Woyo mask have symbolic meaning and are sometimes repainted to renew its power. Woyo masks are carved for the ritual dances of the 'ndunga', a male society responsible for maintaining social order.The Woyo believe in witchcraft. Ordeals by fire and poison are used to determine the guilt of those who have been practicing sorcery.
Can you have a twf mask?
Yes.use TWF mask maker to print out a mask and have 4 thumb-sized masks to cut!
Where did Pablo Picasso first encounter masks?
I cannot find it. To make up for this, click link below and see photo of Picasso holding a mask.
What is a Woyo mask?
its an African mask
What tribe the the African goli mask belong to?
African Goli mask belongs to Baule tribe.
What is the Yohure mask made of?
It was carved out of wood and it is an african mask wishuknewme@hotmail.co.uk
What are four tribes that used African American mask?
aferican mask are used for different
What are name of some African mask?
donut
Do the women wear African mask?
yes
What does red means in a African mask?
In African masks red stands for blood.
What is the lulua mask used for?
The Lulua mask is a traditional African mask founded by the Lulua people.
Where do Mask come from?
African masks come from Africa.
When was the first West African mask made?
in mali
What does the color green stand for on an African mask?
Plants
When is an African mask used?
during a festival or celebration
