What are the masks used for?
What is the function of the masks.
Pattern design of African masks.
Enlarged facial features.
Symmetrical pattern designs.
2. The features of African
masks
• Pattern
designs of
African
masks.
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•Enlarged
facial
features
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• Symmetric
al pattern
designs.
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3. 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.
7. 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.
8. What is the function of the African masks?
They were crafted to help communicate with
ancestors.