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Photographic Print : Piaroas ceremonial masks. 1960. Venezuela
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Piaroas ceremonial masks. 1960. Venezuela
Piaroas ceremonial masks: Spirit of the Forest (Redyo), monkey and Peccary mask. 1960. Venezuela. Ethnographic Museum. Budapest. Hungary
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1960 Amazonian Basin Budapest Ceremonial Ceremony Ethnographic Ethnography Feather Festivity Folklore Fringe Guianan Guyana Hungary Indians Mask Masks Monkey Orinoco Palm Peccary Rainforest Region Rite Ritual Territory Amazonia Buriti Folkloric Moriche
11"x8.5" Photo Print
Discover the rich cultural heritage of the Piaroa tribe with this captivating selection of ethnographic photographs from Media Storehouse. Featuring three intricately designed ceremonial masks from the Spirit of the Forest series, captured in 1960 in Venezuela. These masks, showcasing the Redyo spirit, a monkey, and a peccary, offer a glimpse into the deep connection between the Piaroa people and the forest they inhabit. Each high-quality print, sourced from the Ethnographic Museum in Budapest, Hungary through Mary Evans Prints Online, tells a unique story and adds an authentic touch to your home or office décor. Experience the timeless beauty and spiritual significance of these masks with a Media Storehouse photographic print.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 27.9cm x 18.6cm (11" x 7.3")
Estimated Product Size is 27.9cm x 21.6cm (11" x 8.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases a collection of Piaroa ceremonial masks, captured in 1960 during a time when these intricate artifacts were still deeply rooted in the rich cultural traditions of the indigenous Piaroa people living in the Amazonian region of Venezuela, near the Orinoco Basin and the Guianan Territory. The masks, which include the Spirit of the Forest (Redyo), a monkey mask, and a peccary mask, are displayed in the Ethnographic Museum of Budapest, Hungary. The Piaroa people, also known as the Ite or Ita, are an indigenous group who have inhabited the interior rainforest regions for centuries. Their society is deeply connected to the natural world, with their customs and rituals reflecting the diverse flora and fauna of their environment. These masks, used primarily during dances and ceremonies, served as a means of communication with the spirits of the forest, the monkey and peccary being significant animals in their folklore. The masks are adorned with an array of vibrant feathers, fringes, and other natural materials, adding to their allure and mystique. The monkey mask, with its expressive features and mischievous grin, represents the playful and mischievous spirit of the forest, while the peccary mask, with its fierce expression and imposing size, embodies the strength and power of the wild boar. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of the Piaroa people and their deep connection to the natural world. The masks, now preserved in the Ethnographic Museum of Budapest, serve as a reminder of the importance of indigenous traditions and the need to respect and preserve the diverse cultures and histories of the world.
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