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 Masks—East Asia Summary
553 words, approx. 2 pages From prehistoric to present times, masks in China, Korea, and Japan have been used in religious rites and theatrical performances. Made of varying materials and configurations, masks were often believed to have magical powers. The use of masks enabled... summary from source:
Masks—Indonesia, Javanese Summary
420 words, approx. 1 pagesJava has a strong tradition of the cultural use of face masks. Probably ritual in origin, today they are important in many traditional styles of drama, while their carving is a major Javanese folk art The Javanese term topeng (from a root meaning... summary from source:
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 Masks Summary
8,112 words, approx. 27 pages MASKS. This article will not attempt to establish a comprehensive inventory of masks and their various ritual uses because even larger works have only been able to do this imperfectly. Rather, as a general introduction to this field, it will... summary from source:
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A mask is an artifact normally worn on the face, typically for protection, concealment, performance, or amusement. Masks have been used since antiquity for both ceremonial and practical purposes. They are usually, but not always, worn on the face,... 
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 American Theatre Mask On, Mask Off.
12/01/1999: 352 words, approx. 1 pages THE COMPREHENSIVE EXHIBITION of the work of Julie Taymor, occupying all four galleries at the Wexner Center for the Arts in Columbus, Ohio, through Jan. 2, is a case of barely suspended animation. Most of the objects are motionless, but they are so... summary from source:
The Daily Mail (London, England) Behind The Mask.
10/19/2006: 305 words, approx. 1 pages Byline: LUCY MINES STARBUY Givenchy Black for Light Mask [pounds sterling]45 (01932 233 909). A cool new black mask to freshen the complexion with a light black foam made from concentrated black elderberry. Truly luxurious. Freeze 24.7, Skin... summary from source:
 AP News Firefighters carry doggie masks
1/25/2007: 356 words, approx. 1 pagesFire helmet? Check. Gloves? Check. Axe? Check. Pet oxygen masks? Check.Increasingly, little oxygen masks for pets are becoming standard equipment for firefighters. Hoping to save cats, dogs and other pets caught in house fires, animal advocacy groups and pet-products suppliers are equipping departments all over... summary from source:
AP News Masked Gunmen Kill Protester in Mexico
8/22/2006: 381 words, approx. 1 pages Masked gunmen killed a protester Tuesday as escalating violence increased pressure on President Vicente Fox to intervene in a three-month-long protest by leftists and striking teachers. Thousands of protesters calling for Oaxaca Gov. Ulises Ruiz's resignation have occupied...
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