A temporary exhibit at the Museum of the Central Bank of Costa Rica exhibits the traditional masks of faces devils and animals, of Central American celebrations. More than two hundred fifty authentic masks, from all corners of the Central American Isthmus, are part of an astonishing temporary exhibit, that both nationals and visitors will be able attend through the month of December, at the Museums of the Central Bank of Costa Rica in the city of San Jose.
Behind the devils, animals and menacing, serious, sad or mocking human faces, depicted in these masks; are the small spaces overlooked by catholic missions that in the end have allowed the indigenous Mesoamerican vision to survive. In effect, through these authentic pieces - used by the indigenous peoples during their festivals, the exhibition recounts secular legends, whose roots date back to Pre-Columbian America, to Spain during the conquest or to Africa abandoned as it was to the force of whip and the strike of an oar.
They are beautiful objects and multicolored costumes that evoke symbols and lore through rituals and celebrations, accompanied by a meticulous investigation that through the use of maps, videos and descriptive posters; guide the visitor along a wonderful a path, through the dances and traditions of Central America. The work of Alexander Tosatti and his team, with the notable contributions of anthropologists Vania Solano and Johnny Cart�n, is responsible for this exhibit that the Museums of the Central Bank have embraced, given �te extraordinary cultural and tourism significance.
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