Chinese Opera Masks Playing Cards 脸谱
Three different packs of cards featuring traditional Chinese face painting and Chinese opera masks.
Chinese opera is one of the oldest dramatic art forms in the world. Different styles of facial make-up painted on each performer's face symbolize a character's personality, role, and fate. The technique may have originated from ancient religions and dance but facepainting including glitter dusts and henna art is very popular today at children's parties and street carnivals, without the permanence of a real tattoo.
Face-masks representing Chinese gods on Playing Cards
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Chinese Opera Facial Make-up Art on Playing Cards
Another different examples of Chinese Face Mask playing cards
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