Phenomenon of mask as medium in world cultural history

The object of research is the phenomenon mask as a unique culture. subject analysis symbolism medium and mythological code in different historical eras determined by certain socio-cultural trends. Having originated primitive society, has been developing throughout history human civilisation. In study it was proved that one main social functions mask, which arisen historically, to be medium, is, an intermediary between man real worlds. Taking genesis evolution basis for study, interaction myth-making ritual theatrical culture, authors proceed from relevance this problem context new cultural reality, including pandemic, when becomes symbol protection.