Wednesday, February 18, 2009

The Mask II



Artist: Apollo, sold
oil painting "The Mask II" , 91 x 122cm


A mask is an article normally worn on the face, typically for protection, concealment, performance, or amusement. Masks have been used since antiquity for both ceremonial and practical purposes.



There are a wide variety of masks used in Africa. In West Africa, masks are used in masquerades that form part of religious ceremonies enacted to communicate with spirits and ancestors.




^^ The Africa Series vv


^^ Egypt

Egypt is a country mainly in North Africa, with the Sinai Peninsula forming a land bridge in Western Asia. The Egyptians were one of the first major civilizations to codify design elements in art and architecture.

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  1. Sorry,We can't sign in this blog already... pls take note here:
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  2. Sorry,We can't sign in this blog already... pls take note here:
    Notice of Relocation
    Dear Parents and Students,
    We would like to first express our gratitude and sincere thanks for all the support & co-operation you have given us.
    We are please to inform you that from 30th December 2014 Apollo Art Class is moving to the following new location.
    New Address:
    A. suite 203, Block D, Level 2, Phileo Damansara 1, Jalan 16/11, no.9 off Jalan Damansara, 46350 P.J. Selangor.
    Schedule: Wednesday to Sunday, 11am-6pm

    B. No.33-1, Jalan Manis 4, Taman Segar, Cheras 56100 K.L.
    Schedule: Monday and Tuesday, 11am-6pm

    H/P: 012-6300 856 (Miss Hui), 012-6378 003 (Mr. Apollo Hui)

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