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Japanese Noh Mask, Carved Wood Okina - JC7D1305

Our Price: $595.00

Fantastic, large Japanese carved wood Okina Noh theater mask, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fabulous rendering of the facial expression, with wispy beard denoting wisdom. This type of mask originated in the Genryu style Noh play Dance of Monkeys. Artist signed. Very good condition. Dimensions: 14” x 9.5” x 4”.

Japanese Folk Mask, Shi-Shi Gashira Lion Head

Our Price: $2,795.00

Wonderful Japanese folk art shi-shi gashira lion’s head for use in the Shi-shi Mai dance, Meiji period, c. 1868-1912. Fantastically rendered carvind of wood and lacquer. Traditionally held aloft by one dancer, while another follows behind as the animal’s body during folk festivals. The lion or shi-shi is thought to drive away evil spirits, especially at New Year. A delightful, expressive and impressive item with great color and patina! Comes with storage box. Dimensions: 11” high, 22” wide, 13.5”. Very good condition.

Japanese Negoro Lacquer Mask Netsuke, 19th C.

Our Price: $2,995.00

Remarkable Negoro lacquer wood mask netsuke, Edo to Meiji period, 19th century. Fabulous traditional depiction of Otafuku or “Happy Woman.” Incredible rendering features skilled carving work with great attention to detail and animation. Rich Negoro lacquer textured effects and colorations. See Raymond Bushell’s Netsuke Masks for reference. An excellent find for the netsuke collector! Very good condition. Dimensions: 1.75" x 1.5".

Japanese Carved Wood Tengu Mask, c. 1860

Our Price: $1,795.00

Superb Japanese carved wood tengu mfrom Akita province, late Edo period, c. 1860. Tengu are mythical, long-nosed devils who are said to dwell in forests and mountains and harass travelers. This fabulous rendering features piercing gaze, accentuated by a furrowed brow and frightening grimace. Tengu masks are becoming increasingly difficult to find and are in great demand by collectors. Dimensions: 11” high, 9” wide, 7.5” deep w/nose.

Japanese Noh Mask, Signed

Our Price: $1,395.00

Remarkable Japanese carved wood Okina Noh theater mon frame, Taisho period, c. 1912-1926. Fabulous rendering of the facial expression, with genuine horse-hair beard denoting wisdom. This type of mfeatures moveable jaw and eyebrows, originating in the Genryu style Noh play Dance of Monkeys. Artist signed, Sensho. Comes with kiri (paulownia) wood box for storage. Very good condition. Dimensions: 16.5” x 13” (frame). 16” w/ beard, 7” x 6” w/o.

Japanese Wood Folk Mask, Meiji

Our Price: $895.00

Primitive Japanese wooden folk mask, late Meiji period (1868-1912). Most likely used in rural productions of theater. Fascinating exaggeration of the facial features. Creates a humorous yet wise appearance. Very good condition. Dimensions: 10” high, 7.5” wide.

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