Ritual Masks

With their power to alter identity and appearance, masks have held an important place in the rituals of many societies all over the world. They may be worn by dancers in coming-of-age ceremonies and hunting rites, by spiritual healers, or by those participating in funeral observances, and may also be placed over the face of the deceased.

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