Mayura Raksha Mask

The Mayura Raksha is believed to bring peace, harmony and wealth, according to the superstition of Sri Lankan culture. The masks represent three beautifully feathered peacocks on the sides and top of the mask. The three peacocks are painted majority in yellow and blue.

Delicately carved out of soft balsa wood, this creator gives life to traditional Sri Lankan ‘Yaka’ or demon masks. Contrary to its name, these masks are often used in ancient forms of dancing, while others are used in stage dramas or to ward off evil spirits. Originally belonging to families in Amblangoda, a small coastal town in southern Sri Lanka, this mask-making tradition has now spread across the island. Our creator also uses his carving talent to cleverly repurposes scraps of wood, making doorstoppers and other ingenious items that we hope will be wonderful additions to your household!