Malagan Mask (New Ireland, Papua New Guinea)

Definition

Malagan masks are ceremonial masks created by communities in New Ireland province in Papua New Guinea. They are intricately carved from wood and used in rituals and ceremonies to honor ancestors and mark important events.

Related terms

Wood Carving: The art of shaping wood into decorative or functional objects using tools like knives or chisels.

Rituals:

Formal actions performed as part of a religious or cultural ceremony, often involving specific gestures, words, or objects.

Ancestors: People who came before us in our family lineage; they are often revered and honored in various cultures around the world.