usesignificance of makeup in peking opera.

Question

I would like to know if there are any professionals that are able to provide me with information about the use and significance of makeup in Peking Opera. I am trying to focus on the colors of makeup, what each color means and how each individual character has there own look with makeup.

Tilly · Answer

Well, generally speaking, the red face usually indicates bravery, uprightness and loyalty.The white face refers to a fraudulent and guile personality.The green face means stubbornness, impetuosity and lack of self-restraint. The black face signifies honesty and frankness.

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Use and significance of makeup in Peking Opera.