Tuesday, November 29, 2011

What symbols or markings does it contain? Describe it in full detail.

Each mask was to be created with its own specific purpose or detail on it. Most symbols and markings on the masks were to represent a certain aspect of life or represent their tribe. There are four main masks: Punu, Guro, Funeral, Ngil. Punu mask was painted white to represent the spirit of ancestors. Guro represents a character in tribal mythology. Funeral masks was used for the purpose of keeping sorcerers near them to warn them from harm. Ngil masks were used to initiate new members into the society. Each mask had its own representation and different marks were used for different details.

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