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Khon mask on sale
For centuries Khon meant the high art of Thai classical dance. Almost all the performers wear a mask identifying their specific role. As most of performers have to wear mask, they cannot speak or sing so the narrator speaks and sings for them instead.
The most popular story for using Khon is 'The Ramakien' .This is an epic story that tells about the war between Phra Rama (the reincarnation of Vishnu) and Tosankanth the 10-faced and 20-handed demon. Tosankanth abducts Sita, Phra Rama's wife so Phra Rama and Phra Lakshman, his younger brother go in pursuit of him. With the service of two allies - Sukrip, King of Khitkhin, and Thao Mahajompu, the great king of Jombu - and their major warrior, Hanuman, their search for Tosankanth and Sida comes to a final conquest and battle.
Khon dance has declined in popularity in Thailand today and so, the Khon mask has changed its role to become an attractive, and sought after, souvenir. It's these delightful and quite compelling Khon masks that we present to you on the following pages.
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Khon mask commissions
As well as the smaller pieces on sale here it is possible to purchase spectacular 'head size' Khon Masks. These can be inlaid with gold and mother of pearl. Naturally, these are individually commissioned items not widely available, as far as we have been able to ascertain, in the UK.
We are able to supply these quite stunning ornamental pieces. Delivery times may be 4 weeks or more as the items are built to order.
If you are interested in talking further please:
telephone +44(0)1932 230488 or +44(0)7527282030
We look forward to hearing from you
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