A woman sells masks in a mask shop in Purulia, West Bengal, India, on January 13, 2026. Mukhosh Gram in the Purulia District is a renowned hub of traditional mask-making, specifically for the UNESCO-recognized Chhau Dance. Over 300 artisan families, mostly from the Sutradhar community, create intricate paper-mache masks using clay, cloth, and paint for home decor, featuring characters from mythology and often fierce demon masks.
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