The Ginijala Sanniya Mask is a striking representation from Sri Lanka’s traditional Sanni Yakuma ritual, symbolizing Malaria and other high fevers.The fiery red face and crown-like flames emphasize heat, while the bulging eyes and wide grin convey intensity and restlessness. The sharp teeth and bold lines highlight suffering, representing the discomfort and agitation caused by fever. Ginijala Sanniya Mask is used for its purpose of healing and blessing through a performance in which 18 kinds of maladies, inflicted by devils, are purged from the human body.
- 1950s-1960s era Sir Lankan, culturally used wooden masks.
- A character of the 18 Sanni masks group.
- A polychrome wooden disease mask used for healing rituals.
- Masks play important roles in religious, healing and exorcism rituals.
