Masks of the Himalayas
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"Over the centuries, the many ethnic groups that populate the Himalayas have produced a myriad of fascinating masks. presented together, they evoke the spirit of the ancient cultures of this region of the world. While the classical art of the Himalayas (bronze, wood, and stone sculptures as well as murals and paintings on cloth) has been acquired by western museums and is recoqnized for its quality and richness through publications, the art of the Himalayan mask is just beginning to be discovered." Eric Chazot, 1990.
Masks of the Himalayas (exhibition), October 26-December 8, 1990. Curated by Lisa Bradley. Essay by Eric Chazot.
(For additional information on masks see Demons and Deities: Masks of the Himalayas by Thomas Murray).
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