Traditional Purulia Chau Goddess Face Design Mask

Traditional Purulia Chau Goddess Face Design Mask

Name: Traditional Purulia Chau Goddess Face Design Mask
Brand: DHARMENDRA SUTRADHAR
SKU: purulia9
Price: 917 INR
Availability: InStock
Rating: 3.7 (11 reviews)

MRP Rs 917.00

Description

This is a Face Mask made by a local artisan from Purulia West Bengal. The very unique and traditional form of art which is going to end. Some of the family still engaging in this craft to earn their livelihood. Paper, mud, and clay are used to make these masks. The masks are painted in pastel shades and have a frank, simple, and bold look. The eyebrows, mouth, and eyes are painted to give those special effects and give completeness to the looks of the masks.

Product : Chhau Mask
Material Used : Paper, Mud & Clay
Color : Colorful
Item Design : Ganesha Face Mask
Size : 10"/8"
Ideal For : Decoration & Gifting purpose

Specifications

About the Craft

The Purulia Chau Mask is a unique and exquisite piece of art that has received the Geographical Indication (GI) Certification. This certification recognizes the traditional and cultural significance of the chau mask, which is used in the Purulia district of West Bengal, India, in a traditional dance form called Chau. The mask is made from natural materials like clay, hay, and bamboo, and is intricately designed and painted with beautiful colors and patterns. It is a beautiful decorative piece that can add a touch of traditional elegance to any home or office.

The mask used in the Chhau dance of Purulia is mainly for mythological characters such as Mahishasur-Mardini, Rama-Sita, the fight of Rama and Rabana, etc. Sometimes small Santhal couple masks are used. The mask has feathers and other ornaments that surround the face, which can be extended 2 feet from the mask itself. This is an Exclusive GI Product of West Bengal.