Varaha Indian Wall Mask in Papier-Mâché
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Varaha Mask, Boar Avatar of Vishnu
Varaha is one of the ten avatars of Vishnu in Hindu mythology, represented as a boar who came to save the Earth from being submerged under water. This story makes him a symbol of protection and renewal, very present in the popular iconography of South India.
This papier-mâché wall mask embodies this power, shaped and hand-painted by Indian artisans using a technique passed down from generation to generation. The shape is molded, naturally dried, then painted with a fine brush to highlight the facial features.
Each piece has slight variations in paint and finish, a sign of entirely manual work where no two pieces are identical. It is an ideal piece for anyone looking for wall decoration that is as rich in symbolism as it is in aesthetics.
Features
- Material: traditional papier-mâché and tamarind fiber paste, hand-painted
- Origin: India
- Unique handcrafted piece
- Approximately 25 cm high
Where to install it
As a centerpiece on a gallery wall, surrounded by other masks from the collection, or alone above a low cabinet. To learn more about this craft, head to our article on Indian papier-mâché masks and objects.
