Costumes of the African Yoruba Tribe

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This is an African art history paper discussing the elaborately decorated costumes worn by the Yoruba tribes of Nigeria. These costumes are worn during Egungun festivals, which honor death and ancestors. The religious beliefs and traditions behind the costumes & ceremonies are discussed. Additionally, detail is given to describing these costumes, which offer a great example of an ancient, African artistic tradition still surviving today.

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"Egungun masquerader costumes are worn by the Yoruba people during Egungun festivals and hold great cultural importance. These costumes and the festival they are worn during are both fascinating and interesting to learn about. The costumes are multicolored and detailed, with an intricate pattern that a viewer can study and enjoy for long periods of time. When worn during a performance, the fabric of the costume flies out, appearing lively and vibrant. This makes the Egungun masquerade costumes both visually appealing and intriguing to learn about."

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