Explore handcrafted Chhau masks designed for wall decor and display. This collection features bold, hand-painted masks inspired by traditional performance art and character motifs.
Chhau is a dance of wars and has steps resembling a martial art performance. It has the merits of ‘Nritta’ or nature of ‘Tandav’ as described in the ‘Natyashastra’ of Bharat. The forms have also evolved according to the regional characteristics. As a result there are two other styles from the original style of Seraikella Chhau Dance : Mayurbhanj style and Purulia style. For mor information read Article - Duel life of a war dancer.