ANTIQUE WOODEN RITUAL TIGER MASK - RAJBANSI TRIBE (SOUTHERN NEPAL)- LATE 19th C.

This antique wooden tiger mask originates from the Rajbansi tribe, far eastern Terai areas in Southern Nepal.

This wood carved mask has been used by the Rajbansi people during their ritual dancing ceremonies and performances deep connected with local shamanism and hinduistic beliefs.

The large mask depicts a tiger head with large almond shaped eyes and leaf shaped ears. His broad open mouth shows carved nostrils, two rows of teeth and a tongue. Some traces of pigmentation are still visible.

Age: late 19th C.

Size: about 35 cm long, about 22 cm wide, about 16 cm thick.

Weight: 1372 gr.

Condition: This mask is in good condition taking into account its high age. Good signs of long time ritual use and patina. Look carefully to the pictures which are an integral part of the description. Consequently any damage or repair to the object not mentioned in the text, but visible in the photos, are considered to be described.

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