Mahakala Brass Mask

$99.00

Newari mask sculptors from the Kathmandu Valley portray both Buddhists and Hindu Gods and Goddesses following the canon of an old tradition present in the Himalayas since ancient times.
Mahakala, represented in this beautiful and terrifying mask, is well known as protector of the Dharma for Buddhists and manifestation of Lord Shiva for the Hindus.
The shape and the details and the strong characteristic of this mask are common elements also of old shamanic masks belonging to Himalayan tribes. The shamans of these tribes use to wear beautifully carved masks of different shapes during rituals and dances with offerings for the mountains, the Gods of the Himalaya.

The wrathful aspect of Mahakala is key to understand the functioning and also how to choose a place to display such mask.
Lord Mahakala is a protector and help us focuses on our goals. He has the power to facilitate meditative states, guide us and shield our spiritual journey.

Material: Brass.
Dimensions: 7.5″ Height x 8 ” inches Width.
Very Limited stock !!