Tiger Traditional Bhutanese mask
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Original Price
$150.00
Current Price
$14.00
Tiger mask is one of the astounding features of Bhutanese traditional festival Known as 'Tsechu'. Besides its magnificent appearances and coloring it also possess huge cultural and spiritual values widely known for its power to keep away the bad spirits and evils. Tiger is respected symbol in the Buddhist mythology symbolizing unconditional confidence, disciplined awareness, kindness and modesty. It is relaxed yet energized; resting in a gentle state of being with a natural sense of satisfaction and fulfillment. It is highly composed of the Himalayan woods that provides exceptional durability and dyes. Tiger mask are famously known for its appealing features and thus can be used as a decoration at homes or work place.
Product Description
- Weight: 600 gms, 800 gms, 2 kgs
- Small size dimensions: 8 X 9 X 8 (LxWxD) cm
- Medium size Dimensions: 12 X 13 X 8 (LxWxD) cm
- large size Dimensions: 25 X 28 X 19 (LxWxD) cm
- Size: Small, Medium & Large
About the Artisan
Ugyen silvering handicraft is an independent handicraft shop specifically dealing with masks, traditional gifts and other handicraft items in Bhutan. Mr. Ugyen, 59, from Tashigang has been practicing the art of traditional mask carving for more than 30 years and now one of the successful business man in Thimphu. Before venturing into handicraft business his used to run a glossary shop, however, he realized that the tradition of art and craft in Bhutan is at the risk of disappearing hence, the art of mask carving and handicraft was established.
