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  • Japanese Carved Wooden Bitchu Kagura Mask Polychrome Tomobako MSK5487
  • Japanese Carved Wooden Bitchu Kagura Mask Polychrome Tomobako MSK5488
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Japanese Carved Wooden Bitchu Kagura Mask Polychrome Tomobako MSK548

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Description

This is a Japanese hand-carved wooden Kagura mask from the Bitchu region, an art form designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property in Japan. It comes with its original inscribed wooden storage box (tomobako).

The mask depicts a traditional male character characterized by a smiling expression, painted facial hair, and a red cap. The exterior is finished with smooth, glossy polychrome pigments, while the blackened reverse side clearly displays chisel marks from the carving process. An artist's signature is carved on the back, and a purple tying cord is attached to the sides.

Mask Dimensions:
Height: 20.0 cm / 7.87 in
Width: 12.5 cm / 4.92 in
Depth: 9.0 cm / 3.54 in
Weight: Not provided

Box Dimensions:
Height: 25.5 cm / 10.03 in
Width: 22.5 cm / 8.85 in
Depth: 13.5 cm / 5.31 in

The item is in vintage condition, showing signs of aging. There are minor surface scuffs and slight natural wear to the painted finish. The wooden box exhibits natural discoloration and minor scratches.

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