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How are Korean masks decorated and why?

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A few sites to help: Each mask represents a different character in an age-old play about the interaction between the different classes. This ceremonial play is still performed today.

This simplicity makes the viewer aware of the shapes and lines unique to these masks.

Each mask represents a different character from the play. Though the style of the masks differ slightly from one region to another, the meaning of the story remains the same. Korean masks known as

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A few sites to help: Each mask represents a different character in an age-old play about the interaction between the different classes. This ceremonial play is still performed today.

This simplicity makes the viewer aware of the shapes and lines unique to these masks.

Each mask represents a different character from the play. Though the style of the masks differ slightly from one region to another, the meaning of the story remains the same. Korean masks known as ¡°Tal¡± were traditionally used for various ceremonial or shamanistic purposes to shoo away evil spirits and bring in good fortune. * http://www.dynamic-korea.com/etc/photo_new.php?uid=200700038383&page=1* http://www.brigantine.atlnet.org/GigapaletteGALLERY/websites/ARTiculationFinal/MainPages/ShapeMain.htm

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