Masks Masks A Chiwara (also Chi wara, Ci Wara, or Tyi Wara) is a ritual object representing an antelope, used by the Bambara in Mali. The Chiwara inititation society uses Chiwara masks, as well as dances and rituals associated primarily with agriculture, to teach young Bamana men social values as well as agricultural techniques. ...more on Wikipedia about "Chiwara"
A gas mask, also known as a respirator, is a mask worn on the face to protect the body from airborne pollutants and toxic materials. The mask forms a sealed cover over the nose and mouth, but may also cover the eyes and other vulnerable soft tissues of the face. ...more on Wikipedia about "Gas mask"
Korean masks have a long tradition going back at least 5000 years. They have had many uses. They were used in war, on both soldiers and their horses; ceremonially, for burial rites in jade and bronze and for shamanistic ceremonies to drive away evil spirits; to remember the faces of great historical figures in death masks; and in the arts, particularly in ritual dances, courtly, and theatrical plays. The present uses are as miniature masks for tourist souvenirs, or on cell-phones where they hang as good-luck talismans. ...more on Wikipedia about "Korean mask"
Latex mask generally refers to a full-head enclosure or disguise, often worn by someone as a part of a costume and made from synthetic latex rubber. Latex masks are particularly popular around holidays such as Halloween. ...more on Wikipedia about "Latex mask"
Lion mask is a motif used from antiquity as an emblem of strength, courage, and majesty. ...more on Wikipedia about "Lion mask"
A mask is a piece of material or kit worn on the face. Masks have been used since antiquity for both ceremonial and practical purposes. ...more on Wikipedia about "Mask"
METAMORPHOSE - METAMORPHOSIS Mask Sound & Dance Theatre is an original idea ...more on Wikipedia about "Metamorphose"
The Phenate Hexane (PH) Helmet was an early type of gas mask issued by the British Army in the First World War, to protect troops against chlorine, phosgene and tear gases. ...more on Wikipedia about "Ph helmet"
A Richard Nixon mask is a mask with the features of U.S. President Richard Nixon. These were commercially available and quite popular in the waning days of the Nixon Administration. They are generally made out of thick latex rubber or similar flexible castable compounds. ...more on Wikipedia about "Richard Nixon mask"
A sleep mask is a type of blindfold, typically made of cloth and used to cover the eyes, shutting out light and allowing the user to achieve a deeper level of sleep. Sleep masks can be used in various applications: ...more on Wikipedia about "Sleep mask"
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