Spirits of the Wild
Exploring the World of Animal Worship
Bhuta Mask of Boar Spirit Panjurli
Panjurli’s name is derived from the Tulu word for piglet. The mask captures the ferociousness of the wild boar. In the Kola ceremony wearing of the mask marks the complete manifestation of the spirit. The masks are kept and worshipped in small shrines dedicated to the spirits. This kind of masks are also made of areca nut bark and wood. The gaps provided at nostrils and mouth facilitates view for the impersonator.
