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MASK

" A mask is an object normally worn on the face, ty pica I ly for protection, disguise, performance, or entertainment. Masks have been used sińce antiquity for both ceremoniał and practical purposes. They are usually worn on the face, although they may also be positioned for effect elsewhere on the wearer's body. In parts of Australia, giant totem masks cover the body, whilst Inuit women use finger masks during sto ryte 11 i n g and dancing."

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Pende Pumbu Chiefs Mask 23, people of the DRC, Africa. Go to site for excellent index to Art of various African cultures

Phoenician grinning mask (5th century BCE) found in San Sperate, Sardinia, on display at the National Archaeological Museum of Cagliari. It's an example of the "sardanios ghelos", the sardonic laugh mentioned by Homer and others in ancient times.

9,000 year old Neolithic limestone mask.

Yao people, Taoist Shamanistic Mask from Southern China, 1700-1800.

Ancient Roman helmet worn by the elite Roman cavalry. 1 st century AD.

Korean masks have a long tradition with the use in a variety of contexts. Masks are called tal in Korean, but they are also known by many others names such as gamyeon, gwangdae, chorani, talbak and talbagaji. Korean Mask come with black cloth attached to the sides of the mask designed to cover the back of the head and also to simulate black hair.

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