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What do African people use masks for?

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rituals and dances.

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Are African Masks still in use?

African masks can be found in stores that specialize in African products, specifically African art stores. Alternatively, you can find African masks by going to a maskstore or find them on the internet.


Do African people put on masks to worship gods?

No they do not.


Why did the African people wear the African mask?

to act out different characters or spirits at events


What were African masks used for?

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What are African Plank Masks?

The Bwa people are known for their use of plank masks. These masks have a circular face and a crescent moon in both ends. The plank part is adorned with geometric designs. These masks are used during funerals, initiation rites for young men and women and during harvests.


Are African masks dangerous?

No, but some superstitious people might think so.


How were African masks discovered?

African tribal masks were found by early 1800's pioneers and archaeologists. They often collected the masks of sold them for profit.


Where are African masks from?

they are from Africa


What are African tribal masks made from?

the African headdress


Where do africans masks come from?

African masks come from Africa.


Different types of masks?

There are many diffrent types of African masks and are considered to be very crucial in their lives.unlike th ewestern idea which is, masks represent a spirit, where as the African masks represents a created spirit. hope this helps shannon dillon yr 7 xxx


Who are the african masks used by?

Well, since they are AFRICAN masks i suppose they were used by the Africans. Since it was after all in their religion. Some European painters also used the masks like Pablo Picasso. If you want to know the use of African masks then go to this website: http://www.artyfactory.com/africanmasks/context/function.htm If you want details i would suggest to check this website out too!! http://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Traditional_African_masks