Noh Theater Mask - Japan

Object description :

"Noh Theater Mask - Japan"

Noh Theater mask in wood and pigments, eyes in sulphide. Meji era (1868-1912) Japan

Noh theatre masks can be divided into three main families: humans, men and women; ghosts and spirits; and demons, supernatural presences. Demon or Kishin masks are recognisable by their red skin and golden eyes, as on this mask.
Kishin (demon) masks are used to represent two main types of otherworldly creature: tobide (fierce gods or demonic spirits) and beshimi (goblins and other creatures).

Price: 300 €

Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Condition of use

Material: Painted wood
Length: 12,8 cm
Width: 11 cm
Height: 12,8 cm
Depth: 6 cm

Reference: 1446015