concept   ceremonial masks
culture   Papua New Guinea
statement   Ceremonial masks in Papua New Guinea are spiritually significant and used in traditional rituals and festivals.
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1 ceremonial mask-making Papua New Guinea Reflects tribal history and mythology, often used in rituals and dances to connect with ancestral spirits 1
2 ceremonial masks Traditional cultures in Papua New Guinea Ceremonial masks are used in traditional rituals and hold spiritual significance 1
3 mask carving Papua New Guinean cultures Masks are integral to cultural identities and used in various rituals and celebrations 1
4 mask dances Papua New Guinea Integral to tribal rituals and used to depict local myths and legends 1
5 mask making Papua New Guinea Part of spiritual and ceremonial traditions, often made from natural materials and representing spirits or ancestors. 1
6 masks during festivals Papua New Guinea Tribal masks are employed in traditional rituals and festivals, embodying cultural and spiritual significance within the communities of Papua New Guinea. 1
7 spiritual masks Papua New Guinea In some indigenous cultures in Papua New Guinea, spiritual masks are used in traditional rituals and ceremonies to connect with ancestral spirits. 1