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The Dogon by José Azel
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Kananga Masks

Kananga masks form geometric patterns. These masks represent the first human beings.

The Dogon believe that the Dama dance creates a bridge into the supernatural world.

Without the Dama dance, the dead cannot cross over into peace.

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