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These masks of an old man and woman held by the Hellers, were also made by craftsmen in Sri Lanka
These masks of an old man and woman held by the Hellers, were also made by craftsmen in Sri Lanka

These masks of an old man and woman held by the Hellers, were also made by craftsmen in Sri Lanka

Date9/6/1974
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Original Toronto Star caption: These masks of an old man and woman held by the Hellers, were also made by craftsmen in Sri Lanka. In the apartment the masks are displayed on a wall with companion masks depicting faces of youth. The collectors' advice to travellers: If you want an authentic memento go to the craftsman not a souvenir shop.
Country:Canada
City, town or township:Toronto
Province or state:Ontario
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ProvenanceFrom the Toronto Star Archives
CollectionToronto Star Photograph Archive
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Call Number / Accession NumberTSPA_0054309F
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