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Mongolia. Yellow Dharmapαla Polychromed papier-maché mask, gilt-bronze ear pendants; late 19th-early 20th century Chojin Lama Temple Museum, Ulaan Baatar This mask was worn by a lama in the role of Protector of the Law (Dharmapαla).
The menacing quality of the Dharmapαla was given additional emphasis by attaching a silk appliqué demons mask to the back of the mask. The spectator would thus always be confronted by a threatening countenance. ,Ulaan Baatar ,
The menacing quality of the Dharmapαla was given additional emphasis by attaching a silk appliqué demons mask to the back of the mask. The spectator would thus always be confronted by a threatening countenance. ,Ulaan Baatar ,
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- Mongolia Tsam Dance masks of, Les masques de danse tsam MN531
