Origin: Made In Bhutan
Material: Papier Mache (papier-mâché)
Sustainability: Handmade, Handpainted
This traditional papier mache Bhutanese mask has been handmade and hand painted in Bhutan. It represents the wrathful protector deity, Mahakala. Larger versions of these masks are often used during religious festivals or 'Tshechus' (a colourful annual Buddhist festival) by dancers that perform a traditional dance style - called 'Cham'.
The richly coloured hand painted mask features an open mouth with sharp protruding teeth, a ‘crown’ of five skulls, a ‘third eye’ on its forehead and a golden beard. These masks symbolize saints and sages, protective deities and legendary personalities, and therefore often seen placed or painted outside houses in Bhutan to ward off evil spirits and negativity.
A unique and beautiful wall hanging to decorate those bare walls. Also, will make a great gift for those with a new home.
