Bongsan Talchum relies heavily on the intricate masks—typically made of paper, wood or bamboo—and elaborate costumes worn by the performers to help amplify the impact of their stories on audiences. And although they may vary with every retelling, costumes tend to incorporate markers of social status, gender identity or professional prestige, from shamans and noblemen to monks and servants. Words @daphnemilner Photography @perolls Styling @sonsseung