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Multicolor Printed Kathakali Wooden Mask with Boatmen over Boat 6inches
₹2,025 Original price was: ₹2,025.₹731Current price is: ₹731.
Material | Wood |
Product Dimensions | 6 inches |
Color | Multicolor |
Item Weight | 800 gmms |
Set Contains | 1 KathakaliĀ Mask |
Sold by | ACR-066 |
Category Showpiece
Tag Kathakali Mask
A Kathakali maskĀ with Men over Boat is a traditional wooden mask used in the Indian classical dance-drama called Kathakali. Kathakali is a highly stylized form of classical Indian dance that originated in the state of Kerala. The dancers use elaborate costumes, makeup, and masks to depict characters from Hindu epics like the Ramayana and Mahabharata.
The wooden Kathakali masks play a crucial role in this dance form. These masks are crafted by skilled artisans and are known for their vibrant colors, intricate details, and symbolic representations of various characters. The masks are typically made from lightweight wood, such as jackfruit wood, and are painted in bright hues to represent different emotions and characters.
Each Kathakali mask is designed to convey specific emotions and traits associated with the characters in the performance. The colors used in the masks have symbolic significance:
- Green: Represents virtuous and noble characters.
- Red: Represents aggressive and demonic characters.
- Black: Represents characters with a wicked or scheming nature.
- Yellow: Represents women, sages, and deities.
- White: Represents divine characters and ascetics.
The process of making these masks involves intricate carving, painting, and detailing. The artisans often follow traditional techniques that have been passed down through generations. The final masks are not just artistic creations but also functional tools for the dancers to express various emotions and roles during a Kathakali performance.
Kathakali masks are not only used in performances but are also valued as decorative pieces and cultural artifacts. They showcase the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Kerala and are admired for their craftsmanship and aesthetic appeal.
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