Japanese Hand-Carved Wooden Noh Mask Kojou Refined Old Man Storage Bag MSK539
Description
Vintage Japanese Hand-Carved Wooden Noh Mask - Kojou (Refined Old Man Character) with Storage Bag & Box (No Lid)
An expertly rendered, hand-carved wooden Noh mask (No-men) depicting the character Kojou (小尉), which represents a dignified old man or a god in human form. This piece has been preserved with great care along with its traditional accessories.
Specifications:
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Mask Type: Kojou Noh Mask (小尉面)
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Dimensions: 20.0 x 15.5 x 9.5 cm / 7.9 x 6.1 x 3.7 in
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Box Dimensions: 26.0 x 19.0 x 14.0 cm / 10.2 x 7.5 x 5.5 in
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Material: Carved Wood, Attached Natural Fibers, Pigments
Condition
The wooden mask is in excellent vintage condition with its structural integrity fully intact. The carving remains sharp, and the hand-painted pigments are well-preserved with no major structural cracks to the wood. The attached natural fibers are stable, exhibiting minor natural age-related irregularities.
Important Notes for Buyers:
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Storage Box: The accompanying wooden storage box is missing its top lid (only the bottom container box is included).
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Storage Bag: The mask comes with a silk brocade storage bag. Please note that the vintage ink inscription on the bag reads "こおもて" (Ko-omote), which refers to a young woman's mask. The bag has been repurposed over time to house this Kojou mask.