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What iIt is said that this special art derived from the Chinese opera has different origins. But no matter what its origin is, the facial painting is worth appreciating and full of artistic value.

The colors of the makeup are heavy, and follow specified designs for meaning.

The paintings are presentations of roles' characters, for example,

a red face usually depicts the role's bravery, uprightness and loyalty;
a white face explains the role's sinisterness, treachery and guile;
a green face describes surly stubbornness, impetuosity and lack of self-restraint.

In addition, the pattern of the facial painting reveals the role's information too. In a word, the unique makeup in the opera monologizes on the stage oicelessly.



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