African masks are dramatic portraits of spirit beings, departed ancestors, and invisible powers of social control. Each mask is created according to a traditional style, and worn by a trained performer. Some African masks are full-body costumes, worn originally as part of elaborate celebrations with costumed dancers, vibrant music, and stylized dances. These ceremonial events carried important social, religious, and moral values for the whole community.
Print, color or decorate and wear this rendition of an authentic African Mask. Learn about the ancient people who created this African Mask.
Decorate your mask with glitter, yarn, crayons, markers, small pieces of colorful papers and colorful fabric pieces.
Children can wear the masks and make them come to life with stories and song or use the masks as wall hanging decorations for parties and thematic events.
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