18 Sanniya (Medicine Demon) Sri Lankan Traditional Mask

18 Sanniya is performed with the ancient beliefs of dislodging all kind of ailments and bringing good health. Its used in “Sanni Yakkuma”, a traditional ritual performed to bring good health to an individual, family or even a whole village! The 18 Sanniya is still performed today in Sri Lanka, though more often as a cultural spectacle than an exorcism ritual. There are 18 differet demons representing 18 different common ailments. 10″ x 7″

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This mask is handmade using 100% Kaduru wood by our talented craftsmen. This is a Traditional Sri Lankan mask which has been used for decades, from generation to generation, as a token of good fortune in homes and business. This has a deep bond with Sri Lankan culture and carries so much value of the society. Possession of these masks is believed to attract all sorts of good will while warding off bad fortunes. The attractive colors are used to symbolize the colors of fire.

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