{"product_id":"japanese-antique-style-tengu-kimen-mask-dry-lacquer-kanshitsu-gyodo-men-ritual-1","title":"Japanese Antique Style Tengu Kimen Mask Dry Lacquer Kanshitsu Gyodo-men Ritual","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\" style=\"line-height: 1.8719; margin-top: 0pt; margin-bottom: 0pt;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eAuthentic Japanese Jidō-men Mask - Dry Lacquer \"Kanshitsu\" - National Treasure Replica\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThis is a powerful and high-quality Japanese \u003cstrong\u003echi\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"45\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003edō\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"45\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e-men\u003c\/b\u003e (治道面) mask, masterfully crafted as a \"\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"92\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eMo-Kokubo\u003c\/b\u003e\" (National Treasure Replica). It is a faithful recreation of a sacred ritual object used in \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"194\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eGyōdō\u003c\/b\u003e, a traditional Buddhist processional ceremony.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe \"Jidō-men\" - The Sacred Pathfinder:\u003c\/b\u003e In Buddhist rituals, the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"65\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eJidō\u003c\/b\u003e leads the procession. Its role is to symbolically clear the path of evil spirits and obstacles, ensuring a safe passage for the deities and monks. Characterized by its fierce, muscular facial structure and intense gaze, it represents divine authority and protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eAncient \"Kanshitsu\" Craftsmanship:\u003c\/b\u003e This mask is made using the prestigious \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"75\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003eDry Lacquer (Kanshitsu)\u003c\/b\u003e technique, a method famously used for sacred Buddhist statues since the 8th century (Nara period). Layers of lacquer-soaked hemp cloth are applied over a mold, resulting in a lightweight yet exceptionally durable, stone-like texture that develops a profound depth over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eKey Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eProfound Aged Texture:\u003c\/b\u003e The red and black lacquer finish features an intentional \"antique\" patina to replicate the weathered look of ancient temple treasures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eSacred Lineage:\u003c\/b\u003e The interior bears a historical label identifying it as a ritual processional mask (Gigaku mask of Chidō).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eSubstantial Presence:\u003c\/b\u003e Weighing \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"31\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e684g\u003c\/b\u003e, this mask has a solid and heavy feel, distinguishing it from common wooden or resin replicas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 26.0 cm \/ 10.2 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 19.0 cm \/ 7.5 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003eDepth (Nose Length):\u003c\/b\u003e 12.5 cm \/ 4.9 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,3,0\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 684 g \/ 1.5 lbs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"10,4,0\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/b\u003e Kanshitsu (Dry Lacquer \u0026amp; Hemp cloth)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eCondition Report:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"18\" data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003eAuthentic Vintage\/Antique Condition.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003eNote on Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e There is visible \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"31\" data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"\u003elacquer peeling (exfoliation) on the tip of the nose\u003c\/b\u003e. This is a common sign of aging in genuine lacquerware and adds to its historical \"Wabi-sabi\" character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"\u003eThe mask remains structurally sound. 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