Japanese Carved Brushed Lacquer Wooden Noh Mask Hannya Vtg Angry Demon OM65

Vintage Japanese Wooden Noh Mask 

This is a large vintage Japanese brushed clear lacquer wooden noh mask (noh-men). This character is the face of a jealous/angry female demon (hannya). Hannya is characterized by two pointed horns, an open mouth with sharp teeth, and round (often painted gold) eyes. It symbolizes jealousy and resentment and is applied to female characters when angry during a performance. This mask has a brown cord at the back for hanging. It can be used for all kinds of home and office decor.

• Brown
• Wood, string
• C1950
• Item weight:  1003 grams
• Packed weight: 1700 grams
• Approx. 38 cm long x 26.5 cm wide x 13 cm tall
• Good condition considering age.Some scratches and scuffs around protruding areas (ears, nose, etc). 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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