Vintage Japanese Paper Mache Noh Mask
This is a large vintage Japanese paper mache noh mask (noh-men) for decoration. This character is the face of a man named Hyottoko. This character is a man with a twisted, puckered mouth off to one side and a scarf tied around his head. He is said to be a comical character and often paired with Okame which is the female equivalent. In many performances, Hyottoko plays the role of a clown.
This particular mask is mostly brown with red, black, and green accents. There is a brown string at the back for hanging.
- Brown, red, black, green
- Paper, string
- C1950
- Item weight: 354 grams
- Packed weight: 2100 grams
- Approx. 42 cm long x 32.5 cm wide x 9 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Some discolorations and marks. Elastic in string has hardened and needs replacing. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya
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