Item number: MK-01-0010
Product name: Theatrical dance mask.

Description:
Maskmaking is an art still being practiced today in much the same manner as it was years ago. It must be a very exact process since many masks appear identical except for a few small details. The artist starts with a plaster mold towhich fifteen layers of papier-mache are added. The paper used is a special kind called "koi." It is the same type of paper which Buddha's teachings were written upon for temple manuscripts. The glue used for the papier-mache is made of rice flour. After the mask has dried, it is cut off the mold and additional layers of papier-mache are added to cover the cut. A resin from a sumac tree, lac, is then formed into strips and applied in order to accent the mouth, ears, and eyebrows. Various highlights are then added such as tiaras and earflaps. Finally, gold leaf and fake jewels are applied to the tiara or crown and facial details are painted on. Often, the masks are not made by one indiviaual but rather, several of the artists in the workshop contribute parts. Maskmakers must also repair masks which dancers bring in.
Complete with stand.

Size : 18" high.




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