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Prateep Rodpai, one of Thailand's last traditional Khon mask makers creates another mask July 6, 2011 in Bangkok, Thailand. The paper mache Khon masks, are part of the ornate glittering costumes used in the stylized classical Thai dance form known as Khon. Prateep sells his handmade masks for $50–120 US, it can take around 10 days to make one. The Khon tradition was originally imported from India around the 10th century. The exquisitely painted Khon masks are essential to conveying the characters and moods of a Khon performance. Often the masks are used as decorative objects displayed in many homes and in many Thai restaurants globally. (Photo by Paula Bronstein/Getty Images)


Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Manufacture Of Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Traditional Thai Khon Mask



Traditional Thai Khon Masks



Traditional Thai Khon Mask



Traditional Thai Khon Mask



Traditional Thai Khon Masks
29 Nov 2011 10:20:00