Dandami

Mask Id:
458
Name:   
Dandami
Country: 
India
Location:
Baster
Region:   
Group:
Mask Makers:
Rama Muria
Material Used:
Wood
Length:  
53 cm
Breadth:
30 cm
 
Region  Group  
Description:

Dandami mask is used to create fun during wedding ceremonies. It is used during Dhol-nach (dance). Gotra (clan) symbols are depicted on the face. These are supposed to be totemic symbols which gaurds people from dangers

 

Dandami