Animas de Sardinia - Caratza de Molente Masks - Handmade in Italy (Caratza de Molente No. 1)

Description

• Traditional masks from Ottana (NU), Barbagia, Sardinia - Caratza de Molente (donkey mask)
• Handmade from various types of wood, carved with knives and carving tools, painted with natural stains and finished with fine wax
• These masks depict the head of the donkey called sa caratza de molente, a supporting figure in the traditional Carnival rituals of Ottana, held each year on January 16 around a large bonfire in the town square
• Hand-carved and decorated by Gian Paolo Marras - Animas de Sardinia - Ottana (NU)

Traditional masks from the Carnival of Ottana (NU), Barbagia, Sardinia - Caratza de Molente (donkey mask). They are handmade by carving trunks from various types of wood with chisels and knives, painting them with natural stains, and finishing them with high-quality waxes. These masks depict the head of the donkey called sa caratza de molente, a supporting figure in the rituals of the traditional Carnival of Ottana, which begins each year on the evening of January 16 with a performance around a large bonfire. Wild pear is used predominantly to make the mask. Decorations may vary and can include the Tree of Life, a symbol of prosperity, hope, and good fortune, as well as floral decorations.

Shipping and Returns

• We offer tracked shipping on all orders. Tracking information will be shared as soon as the order is dispatched.
• Please check the delivery estimate before adding a product to the cart. This is displayed for every product on the website.
• Available shipping methods and charges will be displayed at the time of checkout, depending on your exact location.
• All customers are entitled to a return window of 14 days, starting from the date of delivery of the product(s).
• Customers are advised to read our return policy for details of the return process, eligibility, refunds as well as cancellations or exchanges.
• In case of any issues or concerns about Shipping or Returns, please contact us and we will be happy to help.