Face Mask

Description

Carved face masks are often associated with traditional art forms, particularly in African, Native American, and Pacific Island cultures, where they may represent deities, ancestors, or spirits. The masks might also be worn during dances, rituals, or festivals to convey different emotional states or to serve protective or spiritual purposes.

West and Central Africa: In countries like Nigeria, Ghana, and Cameroon, wood masks are often used in rituals and ceremonies, such as dances or rites of passage. These masks might symbolize ancestral spirits, deities, or animals and are intricately carved with geometric patterns and symbolic facial features.