Apparently they were made from monkey poo but im not intirley sure
wood
They made ceremonial masks.
Indonesians
Indonesian dances and to scare away spirits
they wear different type of masks they are colourful with beads and ribbons
Yes, that is true. Jack Bruce started collecting ceremonial masks while in his mid-twenties, inspired by Aleister Crowley's use of ceremonial masks in certain magic rituals. Jack Bruce was a fan of Crowley's. From there he researched ceremonial masks in general, developing a keen interest in them. He now owns one of the most impressive collections of ceremonial masks, with a full knowledge of each of the masks backgrounds, that exist today. Some of his lucky friends are treated to a tour of the room that his masks are kept in and given a history of his collection, which is by all accounts formidable.
Many Native American tribes, particularly those in the Pacific Northwest, such as the Haida, Tlingit, and Kwakwaka'wakw, are known for their ceremonial masks. These masks are often intricately carved from wood and painted, representing spiritual beings, ancestors, or animals. They play a significant role in traditional ceremonies, dances, and potlatches, serving as a means of storytelling and cultural expression. Other tribes across the continent also create masks for various ceremonial purposes, each with unique styles and meanings.
because they are mostly handmade, and there are no two alike.
Alaskan masks are used in ceremonial dances, plays, spiritual beliefs .. and to conceal one identity
There are several types of Mayan masks, primarily categorized into ceremonial, funerary, and theatrical masks. Ceremonial masks were used in rituals and religious ceremonies, while funerary masks were placed on the deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife. Theatrical masks were used in performances and to depict various characters. Each type reflects the rich cultural and spiritual beliefs of the Maya civilization.
looms, baskets, ceremonial staffs, masks,
masks