{"title":"Gurulu Raksha","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lakpura.com\/pages\/sri-lanka\" title=\"Sri Lankan\"\u003eSri Lankan\u003c\/a\u003e Bird Devil (Gurulu Raksha) gives beauty, power and fame. Sri Lanka's \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lakpura.com\/pages\/raksha-masks\" title=\"devil-masks\"\u003edevil-masks\u003c\/a\u003e are said to be a throwback to primitive pre-\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lakpura.com\/pages\/buddhism\" title=\"Buddhist\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/a\u003e beliefs.The Gurulu (Garuda Raksha) is the portrait of a mythical solar \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lakpura.com\/pages\/birds\" title=\"birds\"\u003ebird\u003c\/a\u003e devouring a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lakpura.com\/pages\/snake-farm\" title=\"snake\"\u003esnake\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"gurulu-raksha-mask","title":"Gurulu Raksha Mask","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/sri-lanka\" title=\"Sri Lankan\"\u003eSri Lankan\u003c\/a\u003e Bird Devil (Gurulu Raksha) gives beauty, power and fame. Sri Lanka's \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/raksha-masks\" title=\"devil-masks\"\u003edevil-masks\u003c\/a\u003e are said to be a throwback to primitive pre-\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/buddhism\" title=\"Buddhist\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/a\u003e beliefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Gurulu (Garuda Raksha) is the portrait of a mythical solar \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/birds\" title=\"birds\"\u003ebird\u003c\/a\u003e devouring a \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/snake-farm\" title=\"snake\"\u003esnake\u003c\/a\u003e. The snake that is located above the bird face is called Naga. Gurulu is decorated with the enemy snakes as if they were a trophy. According to \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/hinduism\" title=\"Hindu\"\u003eHindu\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/buddhism\" title=\"Buddhist\"\u003eBuddhist\u003c\/a\u003e mythology, it is said that this bird was a \"vehicle\" on which Hindu God Vishnu rode. The mask is said to bring protection and good luck.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eContrary to its name, these masks are often used in ancient forms of \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/dance\" title=\"dancing\"\u003edancing\u003c\/a\u003e, while others are used in stage dramas or to ward off evil spirits. Originally belonging to families in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/ambalangoda\" title=\"Amblangoda\"\u003eAmblangoda\u003c\/a\u003e, a small coastal town in \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/southern-province\" title=\"southern\"\u003esouthern\u003c\/a\u003e Sri Lanka, this mask-making tradition has now spread across the island.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lakpura LLC","offers":[{"title":"15 cm (6 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158151777,"sku":"LS24108110","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"20 cm (8 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158184545,"sku":"LS24108120","price":21.26,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"25cm (10 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158217313,"sku":"LS24108130","price":29.23,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"30cm (12 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158250081,"sku":"LS24108140","price":42.52,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"38cm (15 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158282849,"sku":"LS24108150","price":69.1,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"45cm (18 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158315617,"sku":"LS2040A56C","price":148.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"50cm (20 inch) Height","offer_id":40238158348385,"sku":"LS2000C24D","price":201.98,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"60cm (24 inch) Height","offer_id":40525745717345,"sku":"LS20406574","price":318.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1762\/3971\/files\/LS24108000-01-E.jpg?v=1705652777"},{"product_id":"sri-lankan-traditional-raksha-masks-mayura-maru-agni-naga-painted-over-coconut-shells-pack-of-4","title":"Sri Lankan Traditional Raksha Masks (Mayura, Maru, Agni, Naga) Painted Over Coconut Shells (Pack of 4)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCoconut Shell Raksha Masks\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Sri Lankan Raksha Masks (Maru, Naga, Ginidal, Mayura) painted over coconut shell halves (Pack of 4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Sri Lankan Raksha Masks painted over Coconut Shells (Pack of 4)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLakpura is known for its innovative creations and premium quality products throughout the world. Introducing a first in Sri Lanka, where tradition meets innovation, we now offer you a collection of Raksha masks that come in the form of polished and handpainted coconut shell halves. Mask making is a craft that has been perfected over the years among many generations of craftsmen, while they have been able to provide new and improved designs when compared to ancient times. Going along with environmentally friendly products, our artisans take their time and effort to clean and polish coconut shell halves and hand-paint them in intricate designs and vibrant colours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA Raksha mask is actually a part of a costume that Sri Lankans use in many cultural dances and festivals. Raksha means \"Demon,\" and they are mainly connected to the Kolam Ritual, which is performed here in Sri Lanka. In the earlier times, these Raksha masks assumed 24 different forms, while now it has been minimized to a very few. We currently offer you 4 forms, which are handcrafted and hand-painted by our experienced craftsmen. All demon masks consist of protruding tongues and highlighted eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMayura Raksha Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis represents three beautifully feathered peacocks on the side, and it is believed to bring peace, wealth, and harmony according to Sri Lankan cultural know-how.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaru Raksha Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis mask is the Demon of Death and is one of the few that is used today to ward off evil. It is believed that death could be delayed by invoking blessings on the Maru Raksha through a special dance ritual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNaga Raksha Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a cobra mask and is quite prominent when it comes to Sri Lankan masks. It portrays a demon who could transform into a King Cobra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGinidal Raksha Mask\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKnown as the fire devil mask, it represents anger, while the main colours of the mask are red, yellow, and orange.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWe offer you the option of purchasing all four masks as a gift box, which is a great gifting idea for Sri Lankans around the world who love and respect their culture. You can use it for home wall decor, for a reading corner or a porch, or even use it for Halloween to give the holiday a Sri Lankan vibe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e The masks come with a metal hook and have been hand-painted over coconut shell halves that have been properly cleaned and polished.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lakpura Trading","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41978854473825,"sku":"LKRWFC2WWT","price":22.36,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1762\/3971\/files\/LS2000842A-01-E_1.jpg?v=1738580330"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1762\/3971\/collections\/LKI9173849-01-E_1.jpg?v=1653626640","url":"https:\/\/lakpura.co.uk\/collections\/gurulu-raksha.oembed","provider":"Lakpura®","version":"1.0","type":"link"}