
Traditional Masks
Sanni masks are traditional wooden masks from Sri Lanka, used in ritualistic performances to ward off evil spirits and diseases. Intricately carved, they depict various demonic figures and spirits. These masks play a significant role in the country's cultural heritage, symbolizing the battle between good and evil in traditional dance forms.
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Okkara Sanniya
Okkara Sanniya
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The Okkara Sanniya Mask is a striking representation from Sri Lanka’s traditional Sanni Yakuma ritual, symbolizing Nausea or Disgust illness. The exaggerated bulging eyes reflect restlessness and fear, while the wide-open red mouth suggests vomiting and unease. Bold red and black strokes across the face emphasize agitation and sickness, with the elongated nose and markings enhancing its dramatic effect. Okkara Sanniya Mask is used for its purpose of healing and blessing through a performance in which 18 kinds of maladies, inflicted by devils, are purged from the human body.
- 1950s-1960s era Sir Lankan, culturally used wooden masks.
- A character of the 18 Sanni masks group.
- A polychrome wooden disease mask used for healing rituals.
- Masks play important roles in religious, healing and exorcism rituals.
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