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Unusual Noh Mask, Japan, Early 20th C.

Unusual Noh Mask, Japan, Early 20th C.


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Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Wood: Pre 1930: Item # 1498935

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Mask of the Noh Theater representing the character of Shishiguchi. This finely carved from wood mask shows a face with powerful features, with polychrome pigments to enhance its fierce expression. Its height: 25.5 cm. Nicely mounted on a custom stand. Very good condition. NOTE: Shishiguchi means litterally "The Lion's Mouth" This mask is mainly used to interpret the spirit of the lion in a scene of "Shakkyo", a Noh play from which all the lion dances of Kabuki theater are originating.