Masks

General Information Masks - an article explaining the ritual, religion, and myth of masks used in many cultures; information from Milwaukee Public Museum Explore the Wonderful World of Masks and Maskmaking - links to useful resources like masks in the theatre, social masks, ceremonial masks and cultural masks Masks from Different Cultures The Art of the African Mask - informative explanation with many examples The Balinese Culture - Masks & Carvings Meaning of Colors in Chinese Opera Masks Yup'ik Masks - Yup'ik people are Eskimos from Alaska Japanese Masks Noh Masks - Noh masks are worn by Japanese actors to convey emotions by a slight change in the angle of the mask when worn Javanese Mask Collection The Magic of Mexican Masks Mexican Masks Mycenean Mask City of Botany Bay Council cannot be held responsible for the validity or accuracy of information available on the Internet. We welcome your comments and suggestions. Please contact the Reference Librarian on duty or email to library@botanybay.nsw.gov.au. Last update 30 June 2003