A Pair of Theyyam Breastplates
Rs. 28,000
A Pair of Theyyam Breastplates : Kerala : c.1980
Theyyam is a ritualistic dance, performed in Kerala as an act of devotion to a higher being.
These performances are chock-full of bright colours, elaborate costumes, and expressive face paint. It is said that performing this ritual brings one closer to God.
These striking handmade breastplates are part of this ecstatic art form. They were used in the act of worship transforming the dancer into an embodiment of the Goddess Kali herself.
This is a set of 2
Dimensions : 20.5" x 15.5" each
Theyyam is a ritualistic dance, performed in Kerala as an act of devotion to a higher being.
These performances are chock-full of bright colours, elaborate costumes, and expressive face paint. It is said that performing this ritual brings one closer to God.
These striking handmade breastplates are part of this ecstatic art form. They were used in the act of worship transforming the dancer into an embodiment of the Goddess Kali herself.
This is a set of 2
Dimensions : 20.5" x 15.5" each
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