Vintage Japanese Papier Mâché Noh Mask
This is a vintage Japanese papier mâché noh mask (noh-men). This character is the face of a woman named Okame or Otafuku. Okame is a smiling woman with a round face, a low and round nose, drooping hair, and round and protruding cheeks (high cheeks). She is said to bring happiness and good fortune to any man she marries. The mask is fully painted in black, blue, and red. It can be used for all kinds of home and office decor.
- Blac, blue, red
- Paper
- C1970
- Item weight: 34 grams
- Packed weight: 334 grams
- Approx. 4 cm long x 15 cm wide x 20 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Paint cracking. Fragile edges. Discolorations. 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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