GD203 – Jala Sanniya Mask – Traditional Sri Lankan Wooden Mask (Matt Finish) in Daha Ata Sanniya

In this fire demon mask, attractive colors are used to symbolize the colors of fire. This is a Traditional Sri Lankan mask which has been used for decades, which believes possession of these masks is  to attract all sorts of good will while warding off bad fortunes. This is 100% Handmade wooden mask crafted by talented by Sri Lankan Craftsmen using natural Diyakaduru Wood and traditional hand paintings. In the early days in Sri Lanka, this has been used to perform Raksha (Demon) Dance in Kolam Maduwa (a rural dancing floor). People believe its job is to ward off evil. At present this is being used as a unique wall hanging/decoration as well as a gift/souvenir. * Material - Diyakaduru Wood * Inbuilt hook for hanging in wall * Hand painted with colurfull designs * Made in Sri Lanka * Ancient and cultural sign of Sri Lanka * Traditional and colourful artwork * Each piece is unique and individually designed * Safely packed * Uncommon and unique gift item Note: "Actual colors may vary due to computer monitors displaying colors differently and everyone can see these colors differently. Please also allow slight dimension/color difference due to manual production"  

The Gurulu Raksha (Garuda Raksha/Bird Devil) is the portrait of a mythical solar bird devouring a snake. The snake that is located above the bird face is called Naga. Gurulu is decorated with the enemy snakes as if they were a trophy. According to Hindu and Buddhist mythology, it is said that this bird was a "vehicle" on which Hindu God Vishnu rode. People believe this Bird Devil (Gurulu Raksha) gives beauty, power and fame. This is 100% Handmade by talented Sri Lankan Craftmans using natural Diyakaduru Wood and traditional hand paintings. In the early days in Sri Lanka, this has been used to perform Raksha (Demon) Dance in Kolam Maduwa (a rural dancing floor). At present this is being used as a unique wall hanging/decoration as well as a gift/souvenir. * Material – Diyakaduru Wood * Inbuilt hook for hanging in wall * Hand painted with colurfull designs * Made in Sri Lanka * Ancient and cultural sign of Sri Lanka * Traditional and colourful artwork * Each piece is unique and individually designed * Safely packed * Uncommon and unique gift item Note: “Actual colors may vary due to computer monitors displaying colors differently and everyone can see these colors differently. Please also allow slight dimension/color difference due to manual production”

Naga Sanniya Mask - Traditional Sri Lankan Wooden Mask (Matt Finish) in Daha Ata Sanniya. This is decorated with multiple colours and 100% Handmade by Sri Lankan Craftsman's using natural Diyakaduru Wood and traditional hand paintings. Sanni yakuma, sometimes known as Daha ata sanniyas, is a traditional Sinhalese exorcism ritual. The ritual consists of 18 masked dances, each depicting a particular illness or ailment affecting humans. Naga Sanniya is one of that 18 masks and believed it can ward off bad dreams about snakes while bring protection. At present this is being used as a unique wall hanging/decoration as well as a gift/souvenir. *  Material – Diyakaduru Wood *  Inbuilt hook for hanging in wall *  Hand painted with colurfull designs *  Made in Sri Lanka *  Ancient and cultural sign of Sri Lanka *  Traditional and colourful artwork *  Each piece is unique and individually designed *  Safely packed *  Uncommon and unique gift item Note: “Actual colors may vary due to computer monitors displaying colors differently and everyone can see these colors differently. Please also allow slight dimension/color difference due to manual production”

Butha Sanniya Mask - Traditional Sri Lankan Wooden Mask (Matt Finish) in Daha Ata Sanniya. This is decorated with multiple colours and 100% Handmade by Sri Lankan Craftsman's using natural Diyakaduru Wood and traditional hand paintings. Sanni yakuma, sometimes known as Daha ata sanniyas, is a traditional Sinhalese exorcism ritual. The ritual consists of 18 masked dances, each depicting a particular illness or ailment affecting humans. Butha Sanniya is one of that 18 masks and believed it can ward off spirit related insanity while bring protection. At present this is being used as a unique wall hanging/decoration as well as a gift/souvenir. *  Material – Diyakaduru Wood *  Inbuilt hook for hanging in wall *  Hand painted with colurfull designs *  Made in Sri Lanka *  Ancient and cultural sign of Sri Lanka *  Traditional and colourful artwork *  Each piece is unique and individually designed *  Safely packed *  Uncommon and unique gift item Note: “Actual colors may vary due to computer monitors displaying colors differently and everyone can see these colors differently. Please also allow slight dimension/color difference due to manual production”