Traditional Sri Lankan Devil Dance Costume and Mask - Cultural Heritage Art #3649931 (License: Personal Use)

This illustration captures a Kandyan devil dancer (Sanni Yakuma or Kolam performer) in mid-performance, wearing a vivid red tunic with black-and-yellow zigzag trim, layered skirt with triangular motifs, and a dramatic green-and-red mask featuring horns, bulging eyes, and flared nostrils. The dancer holds long, flowing ribbons in both hands, symbolizing ritual energy and invocation, while barefooted and adorned with ankle bells and leg wraps. The costume reflects centuries-old Sinhalese exorcism traditions used to ward off illness and malevolent spirits.

Used on cultural heritage websites, museum digital exhibits, travel blogs about Sri Lanka, and educational resources on South Asian performing arts; targets users seeking authentic visual references for traditional dance, folklore, or religious rituals.