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Video Summary for African Mask Art

African mask art represents a rich cultural tradition found throughout the African continent.

These masks serve important cultural, social, and religious purposes in various ceremonies and rituals.

The video explains that African masks fall into three main categories: face masks, helmet masks (covering the entire head), and crest masks (sitting atop the head).

• Masks may represent spirits, ancestors, or totem animals
• Designs range from realistic to abstract
• Materials include wood, bone, textiles, horn, and feathers

African masks feature diverse decorative elements including geometric patterns, bold colors, and added materials like shells or feathers.

Unlike Halloween masks, African masks hold deep symbolic meaning within their respective cultures, playing vital roles in harvests, initiations, and spiritual ceremonies.

People have used masks across cultures and throughout human history. They are worn in a variety of contexts including performances, rituals, and religious rites. They allow the wearer to take on a new, and often more powerful, identity. Please enjoy this selection of masks from the Museum’s permanent collection. 

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