Comedy and Tragedy Masks - Symbol of Theater and Performing Arts #3628428 (License: Personal Use)

This grayscale illustration features the traditional theatrical masks: one with a wide smile representing comedy, and the other with a downturned mouth for tragedy. Both masks include stylized ribbons or straps, evoking classical Greek and Roman drama traditions where such masks amplified facial expressions for large audiences. The design is minimalist yet instantly recognizable, used globally to signify performance, storytelling, and emotional duality in art.

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