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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.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoThey wear it because - if they have a special event the dancer/performer will wear it. :)
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∙ 13y agoWe do not know and can not tell you because the African mask was made by people thousands of years ago and we do not know who invented/made or owned them from this far in the past.
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∙ 9y agoDepends on which country the mask is made, they would normally use a locally avaialble wood
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∙ 14y agocelebrations...i think...
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∙ 14y agothey carved from wood or woven
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What is an African mask?
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.
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 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.
What purpose did art serve an African life?
There are many reasons that African art was made including as a form of self-expression. African art was also made for religious reasons.
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.
When was the first West African mask made?
in mali
Who was the first African mask owner?
We do not know and can not tell you because the African mask was made by people thousands of years ago and we do not know who invented/made or owned them from this far in the past.
When was the first African mask made?
in my class of social studies in 2nd grade
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 African mask made out of?
Depends on which country the mask is made, they would normally use a locally avaialble wood
When was the first Baluba mask made?
the first baluba mask was made in 1920
What year was the first masquerade mask made in?
=the first mask was made 10000BC=
What is an African mask?
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.
Where did the first African mask come from in Africa?
dont really know
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 are the 3 ways a African mask can be made or worn?
it can be worn on the face. you can make it by weaving it out of straws, or by wood and painting on it.
