Handcarved Vintage  Devil Dance Mask from Guatemala

Description

“For centuries, the indigenous people of Guatemala have produced extraordinary masks that show us the varied and colorful expressions of their culture. The purpose of the mask seems to be transformation, when one wears the mask the person acquires a completely new and different personality, becoming somebody else, a magical and unique experience.”
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Devil mask used in the convite from Yepocapa Chimaltenango
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Polychromed cedar wood
* Dimensions: 8.25" length x 6.25″ width
* Good antique condition with visible signs of use and wear
* Vintage 1950/60
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