Peking Opera masks are a unique form of facial makeup in the traditional Chinese art of Peking Opera. The colorful masks indicate the identity, character, age, and other traits of the opera characters. Experienced audiences can discern characters' nature and moral alignment just by observing their masks. #ChineseTreasures | Discover China

4.1K views · 108 reactions | The knowledge of facial masks in Peking Opera is one of the key elements to understand and appreciate Peking Opera, a classic culture of China. Being well-designed and well-programmed, facial masks play an essential part in helping identify the various performer roles in Peking Opera. #TheVibe #CulturalInheritors | China Plus Culture | Facebook

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Peking opera facial makeup contains colorful facial designs in traditional Chinese performances based on historical figures or distinguishable traits of a person. For example, in the Peking Opera version of “Romance of the Three Kingdoms,” courageous and loyal Guan Yu often has a red face while hypocritical Cao Cao has a white one. Check out the video to see how Chinese actors prepare their performances before and after the Peking Opera facial makeup. #intangibleheritage #pekingopera #facialmake