Nepal is a South Asian country mainly situated in the Himalayas, which borders India in the south and Tibet in the north. It has a history of mountain cultures worshipping the power of mountains as well as animism, shamanism, Hinsuism, Buddhism, and other influences.
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Tibetan repoussé of Shakyamuni Buddha in Earth Witnessing mudra within a trefoil arch on a lotus base.
Mask carving is among the oldest of Tibetan art and folk-art forms dating to 6th century Bonpo dances, the religion predating Buddhism, that embraces animism and shamanism dances. Totem animal masks were traditionally used in sacred ceremonial dances: shamanic rituals to thank the gods, expel bad spirits, and ask for blessings; operas in performances without…
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