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Friday, June 11, 2010

FESTIVAL DANCING DRESS-IBIBIO EASTERN NIGERIA


The ibibio dancer is wearing a painted wooden mask which not only covers the face but also forms an elaborate head- dress.These ibibio masks are often painted white or pink to represent the skin portions.To lighten the weight for the wearer,a soft wood is usually selected.
THE DANCER WEARS A COTTON LAPPA or cloth wrapped around the waist.These cloths are imported material which have been decorated with bold patterns,bright warm colours usually being preferred.

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