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Description Made by Crafique Delivery from a small business in Sri Lanka Materials: Wood, Acrylic paint Fire Demon (Gini Raksha) mask ********************************** Fire Demon (Gini Raksha) mask is one of the many of Sri Lankan traditional wooden masks. The Traditional Wooden Raksha (Demon) Masks are one of the main productions in the Craft Industry of Sri Lanka and a huge interest among the locals as well as the tourists. The Raksha(Demon) Wooden Masks has been used in Traditional Sri Lankan festivals and Cultural dances for decades. These Masks are handmade by our talented craftsmen using Kaduru wood which is a source of the world’s lightest timber. These Masks are believed to Ward off Evil and bring Harmony & Prosperity. Fire Demon (Devil) mask, also called as “Gini Raksha” or “Gini Yak Muhunu” by local community of Sri Lanka. This mask represent the demon of fire who project anger towards all evil in the world. They believe this mask will work as a good luck charm and bring protection to households. Also having possession of this mask will drown off the enemies and, bring friendship and harmony. Another folklore says Gini Raksha mask is representing the emotion of anger which is why it includes colors such as red, black, and white. Raw Material – Kaduru Wood (Scientific name: Strychnos nux-vomica) Size – 24cm X 21cm X 9cm Handcrafted by Sri Lankan Artisans Bird Demon Mask ******************* Bird Demon (Gurulu Raksha) mask is one of the many Sri Lankan traditional wooden masks. The Traditional Wooden Raksha (Demon) Masks are one of the main productions in the Craft Industry of Sri Lanka and are a huge interest among the locals as well as the tourists. The Raksha(Demon) Wooden Masks have been used in Traditional Sri Lankan festivals and Cultural dances for decades. These Masks are handmade by our talented craftsmen using Kaduru wood which is a source of the world’s lightest timber. These Masks are believed to Ward off Evil and bring Harmony & Prosperity. Bird Demon (Devil) mask, also called “Gurulu Raksha” or “Gurulu Raksha Yak Muhuna” by the local community of Sri Lanka. Gurula represent the bird Eagle. According to folklore Gurulu Raksha is the portrait of a mythical solar bird devouring a snake. This mask generally located or hang above the Snake mask face called Naga. Gurulu is decorated with the enemy snakes as if they were a trophy. According to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, it is said that this bird was the “vehicle” on which Hindu God Vishnu rode. The mask is believed to bring protection and good luck. Based on the artist these masks are crafted colours and the shapes can be slightly different. The actual product may slightly vary from the images shown on the website due to the fact that each peace is hand-made and hand-painted. Raw Material – Kaduru Wood (Scientific name: Strychnos nux-vomica) Handcrafted by Sri Lankan Artisans sizes – 31cm X 21cm X 11cm Naga Raksha, or Cobra Mask ****************************** Naga Raksha, or Cobra Mask is a very prominent representation of Sri Lankan masks. This masks portrays a demon who could transforms into a King Cobra. Distinctive Artistry of Sri Lankan Masks. “Naga Raksha” mask as the name suggests is made up of numerous cobra hoods and depicts all the features of a demon having a ferocious face and a wide mouth with a set of sharp flesh eating teeth and a blood thirsty protruding tongue. This wooden mask is known for protection from all sorts of evil spirits. The masks were traditionally carved from a tree known as the kaduru tree which was believed to have mystical powers. Raw Material – Kaduru Wood (Scientific name: Strychnos nux-vomica) Size 27cm X 20cm X 8cm (sizes can be slightly different). Handcrafted by Sri Lankan Artisans Available in different sizes (See our store) Mayura Raksha Mask is known for bringing peace, wealth and prosperity to your house, business or property while warding off evil spirits Peacock Mask **************** These mask is handmade using 100% Kaduru wood by ceylon craft house. This is a Traditional Sri Lankan mask which has used for decades, from generation to generation, as a token of good fortune to their homes and business. This has a deep bond with the rich Sri Lankan culture and carries so much value of the society. Possession of these masks is believed to attract all sorts of good will while warding off bad fortunes.