features of african masks
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What are the masks used for? What is the function of the masks. Pattern design of African masks. Enlarged facial features. Symmetrical pattern designs.TRANSCRIPT
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African masks
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The features of African masks
• Pattern designs of African masks.
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• Enlarged facial features
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• Symmetrical pattern designs.
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Pattern design of African masks!The zigzag lines flanking the face signifies the “path of the ancestors”. The checkerboard pattern represents the ignorance and knowledge, dark and light.
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Enlarged facial features Enlarged facial features has a really important meaning behind this which could be read.
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Symmetrical pattern designThe design of most African masks are a symmetrical design. Even the patterns are some times symmetrical to each other.
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Mali masks
1) What were they used for? 2) What is the function of it?
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What is the use of African masks?
The African tribal masks are a very important part of mystical history in Africa. They are an important part of African ceremonies, initiations, rituals, celebrations and secret communities. Song, prayer and dance are typically involved in use of the tribal masks.
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What is the function of the African masks?
They were crafted to help communicate with ancestors.
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Any questions ?
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Thanks for listening
By: Natolie Biya