Mi Mascaras : The Bakunawa

I have just gained some insight into a mask in my collection that, when I initially purchased it, was told it was African in design. It has however been pointed out by a Filipino friend that it is not African but that it is from the Philippines and represents a mythical serpent spirit known as Bakunawa (1). The Philippines (officially the Republic of the Philippines) … Continue reading Mi Mascaras : The Bakunawa

Mascara Mexicana? Mexican Mask?

I think I have answered my own question but bear with me. It’s a process. I like to collect Mexican folk art and amongst my collection I have several wooden masks. I have come upon a bit of a mystery (possibly of mistaken identity) regarding a mask in my collection. I purchased this mask (above) second hand from a woman who reckons she (probably) purchased … Continue reading Mascara Mexicana? Mexican Mask?