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One of the most common questions people ask about an African mask is also one of the most misunderstood: Do African masks have spirits? This question appears frequently in online searches, museum discussions, and private conversations—often surrounded by mystery, fear, or exaggeration. Popular culture has portrayed African masks as objects that are inherently possessed,…
