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  • Collecting,  Discover & Learn,  History

    The Value of Modern Masks: Debunking Common Myths

    June 17, 2024 / No Comments

    When it comes to mask collecting, there’s a common misconception that only antique masks hold value. However, this myth deserves to be debunked. Modern masks can be just as valuable, both as works of art and as cultural artifacts. Join us on this journey to discover why modern masks deserve a prominent place in your collection. Contemporary Art in Modern Masks Art is a continuous expression of culture, and modern masks are a testament to this. Contemporary artists create masks that reflect not only past traditions but also current influences and realities. This gives each piece a unique and fresh value, making it a living work of art. Artists like…

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    Paula Diaz

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    Saving Face: Top Tips for Maintaining Your Mask Collection

    July 19, 2023
    This photograph taken on March 24, 2022 shows a "Ngil" mask of the Fang people of Gabon ahead of its auction in March 2022. Photo by Pascal Guyot/AFP via Getty Images

    Elderly Duo Discover Their ‘Garage Sale’ African Mask Was a $4.4 Million Jackpot! Now, They Want Their Fair Share!

    November 3, 2023

    Traditional vs. Authentic Masks: Understanding the Nuance

    August 8, 2023
  • Bali & Java,  History,  India & Himalayas

    Mahakala: The Multifaceted Protector Deity in Art and Ritual

    May 2, 2024 / No Comments

    In the rich and colorful mosaic of Eastern religious traditions, Mahakala emerges as a particularly compelling and revered figure. Celebrated in both Buddhism and Hinduism, he stands as a powerful guardian and protector, embodying the spiritual resilience needed to overcome evil and hardship. The intricate symbolism associated with Mahakala and his vital role in religious ceremonies underscore his significance not merely as a protector but also as a guide navigating devotees through the spiritual and worldly challenges they encounter. In Tibetan Buddhism, Mahakala is celebrated as a Dharmapala, or a protector of dharma. This role sees him depicted in a variety of wrathful forms, each designed to ward off the…

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    Paula Diaz

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    Java Monkey Mask

    July 13, 2021

    Unusual Balinese monkey mask

    July 1, 2019

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    September 10, 2016
  • Discover & Learn,  Europe,  History,  Misc

    Unveiling Krampus: The Dark Side of Christmas

    December 14, 2023 / No Comments

    The holiday season is synonymous with joy, warmth, and the spirit of giving. Yet, in the heart of Europe, nestled amid the snow-covered villages and twinkling lights, lurks a figure that shatters the serene facade of the holiday season. Meet Krampus, the yin to Santa Claus’s yang, and the harbinger of holiday chills and thrills. Krampus, with his sinister appearance and a penchant for punishing naughty children, is a folkloric creature primarily associated with Central European Christmas traditions. This half-goat, half-demon character sports twisted horns on his head, a long red tongue that lolls menacingly from his mouth, and cloven hooves that echo ominously through the streets. The Krampus legend…

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    “Echoes of the Lost: The Kogui Masks’ Journey from Sierra Nevada to Berlin” V.1

    July 26, 2023
    This photograph taken on March 24, 2022 shows a "Ngil" mask of the Fang people of Gabon ahead of its auction in March 2022. Photo by Pascal Guyot/AFP via Getty Images

    Elderly Duo Discover Their ‘Garage Sale’ African Mask Was a $4.4 Million Jackpot! Now, They Want Their Fair Share!

    November 3, 2023

    Guatemalan Masks: A Vibrant Exception to Artificial Aging

    August 1, 2023
  • Discover & Learn,  History

    Where did it all begin?

    April 10, 2022 / No Comments

    Since the earliest times, human beings have struggled untiringly for their survival on earth, managing to adapt and evolve according to their environment and the challenges that it brings. Added to this, the acquisition of consciousness and the perception of reality made them not only have recognition of themself but of other species such as animals and plants and it is there where for different reasons, they begin to seek the personification or transformation of their own appearance. The word “mask” etymologically speaking could have several meanings: “mask” originates from the French masque or maschera in Italian or másquera from Spanish. The possible ancestors in Latin are mascus, masca =…

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    Paula Diaz

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    Elderly Duo Discover Their ‘Garage Sale’ African Mask Was a $4.4 Million Jackpot! Now, They Want Their Fair Share!

    November 3, 2023

    Inside the Mind of a Collector: Why Do We Hoard, Anyway?

    July 12, 2023

    “Unmasking the Hilarity: The Wacky Upsides of Starting a Mask Collection”

    July 25, 2023


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Mystery Mask Value Code

A - high value*

B - collectible*

C - decorative art

D - low value

* A and B do not always imply higher dollar value. Most masks get a C or D, however I usually don't post them.

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