This is a vintage Japanese wood noh mask (noh-men) decoration. This character is the face of an old man (okina). This particular mask is called Kokushiki-jo. It has a black face and a movable jaw, used for a specific Noh play called Sanba-so. This mask comes with a fan-shaped wooden board where the mask can be placed for display. There are inscriptions on the back.

• Black, red, brown
• Wood, metal
• 1985
• Some characters: 黒式尉 Kokushiki-jo, 昭和六十年 Showa 60 (1985)
• Item weight: 1577 grams
• Packed weight: 2200 grams
• Full item (without hanging string) approx. 36 cm long (including beard) x 55 cm wide x 9 cm tall
• Mask only approx. 33 cm long (including beard) x 14.5 cm wide x 7 cm tall
• Good condition considering age. Some marks on the wood board. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
• This piece was purchased at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan

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