Banda Gond

Mask Id:
441
Name:   
Banda Gond
Country: 
India
Location:
Baster
Region:   
Group:
Mask Makers:
Bhakturam Muria
Material Used:
Wood
Length:  
67 cm
Breadth:
26 cm
 
Region  Group  
Description:

Banda Gond mask is a thing of great importance for the Maria tribesmen of Bastar. It is also used during dance-drama performances. This mask has an unique structure having traingular shape. Chechan bird is carved on the head which denotes hunting spirit.

 

Banda Gond