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Prasanna Weerakkody · 29th April 2019, 06:30 AM

coming in to the discussion a bit late as I just only ran in to it. being from Sri Lanka I can confirm that this image is Sri Lankan.

The image seem to be early 1900's and include a group of local dancers of the Kandyan tradition - dressed in "Pantheru" and "Wes" dancing costumes.

What is of interest is that the costume is assumed to be based on historic warrior armor where the decorative elements were replaced by chain and steel.

the Dances are still performed in Religious festivals and ceremonial events.

29th April 2019, 06:30 AM	#10
Prasanna Weerakkody Member Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Sri Lanka Posts: 52	Sri Lankan location confirmation coming in to the discussion a bit late as I just only ran in to it. being from Sri Lanka I can confirm that this image is Sri Lankan. The image seem to be early 1900's and include a group of local dancers of the Kandyan tradition - dressed in "Pantheru" and "Wes" dancing costumes. What is of interest is that the costume is assumed to be based on historic warrior armor where the decorative elements were replaced by chain and steel. the Dances are still performed in Religious festivals and ceremonial events.