{"product_id":"japanese-vintage-wooden-noh-mask-zao-by-tanaka-hidetomo-signed-w-bag-msk521","title":"Japanese Vintage Wooden Noh Mask “Zao” by Tanaka Hidetomo Signed w \/ Bag MSK521","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003ccenter\u003e\n\u003cpre class=\"sc-fbFiXs iZLgoQ\" style='margin: 0px; padding: 0px; border: 0px; outline: 0px; font-size: 14px; background-image: initial; background-position: initial; background-size: initial; background-repeat: initial; background-attachment: initial; background-origin: initial; background-clip: initial; scrollbar-width: auto; font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, \".SFNSDisplay-Regular\", \"Segoe UI\", \"Helvetica Neue\", \"Hiragino Sans\", ヒラギノ角ゴシック, \"Hiragino Kaku Gothic ProN\", \"ヒラギノ角ゴ  ProN W3\", Meiryo, メイリオ, \"MS PGothic\", \"ＭＳ  Ｐゴシック\", sans-serif; line-height: 1.5; color: rgb(36, 36, 36); border-radius: 4px;'\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"54\" data-start=\"26\"\u003eNotice (For U.S. Buyers)\u003c\/strong\u003e\nShipping costs for orders to the United States include customs duties and clearance fees.\nAs a result, the shipping fee may appear higher, but no additional charges will be required upon delivery.\u003c\/pre\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"397\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" data-start=\"259\" style=\"text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003eFor orders outside the United States, these fees are not included and may be charged separately depending on each country’s regulations.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Wooden Noh Mask “Zao” by Tanaka Hidetomo Signed w \/ Bag MSK521\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"647\" data-start=\"245\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eThis is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"297\" data-start=\"255\"\u003eJapanese wooden Noh mask titled “Zao,”\u003c\/strong\u003e crafted and signed by \u003cstrong data-end=\"346\" data-start=\"320\"\u003eTanaka Hidetomo \u003c\/strong\u003e, a skilled mask artisan known for his expressive carving style.\u003cbr data-end=\"413\" data-start=\"410\"\u003e\nCarved from natural wood and finished with hand-applied pigments, the mask portrays a fierce expression symbolizing divine power. The piece includes a decorative \u003cstrong data-end=\"598\" data-start=\"575\"\u003ebrocade storage bag\u003c\/strong\u003e, adding to its authenticity and display value.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"663\" data-start=\"649\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"661\" data-start=\"649\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"664\"\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"698\" data-start=\"664\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-end=\"698\" data-start=\"666\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eArtist: Tanaka Hidetomo \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"699\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-end=\"720\" data-start=\"701\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eTitle: “Zao” \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"795\" data-start=\"721\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-end=\"795\" data-start=\"723\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eMaterial: Hand-carved wood with natural pigments and horsehair details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"796\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-end=\"828\" data-start=\"798\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eIncludes brocade storage bag\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\t\u003cli data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"829\"\u003e\n\t\u003cp data-end=\"923\" data-start=\"831\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003eTraditional Japanese Noh mask craftsmanship with fine carved details and strong expression\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\t\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1231\" data-start=\"925\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"933\" data-start=\"925\"\u003eUses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"936\" data-start=\"933\"\u003e\nThis mask is ideal for \u003cstrong data-end=\"997\" data-start=\"959\"\u003edisplay as a collectible art piece\u003c\/strong\u003e, for \u003cstrong data-end=\"1037\" data-start=\"1003\"\u003eJapanese cultural appreciation\u003c\/strong\u003e, or as a decorative element in a traditional interior setting.\u003cbr data-end=\"1103\" data-start=\"1100\"\u003e\nIt represents the artistic and spiritual depth of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1177\" data-start=\"1153\"\u003eJapanese Noh theater\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a meaningful addition to any collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1331\" data-start=\"1233\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1241\" data-start=\"1233\"\u003eSize\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1244\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003e\nHeight: 22.7cm \/ approx. 8.9 inches\u003cbr data-end=\"1282\" data-start=\"1279\"\u003e\nWidth: 16cm \/ approx. 6.3 inches\u003cbr data-end=\"1317\" data-start=\"1314\"\u003e\nWeight: 330g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1512\" data-start=\"1333\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1346\" data-start=\"1333\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1349\" data-start=\"1346\"\u003e\nUsed. There are paint losses, small scratches, and natural wear due to age.\u003cbr data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1424\"\u003e\nOverall, it remains in good vintage condition with a strong presence and character.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1552\" data-start=\"1514\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family:arial,helvetica,sans-serif;\"\u003ePlease check the photos for details.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1427\" data-start=\"1389\"\u003eNoh Mask Carver and Utaibon (Noh Chant) Activities\u003cbr\u003e\nHe began his Noh mask carving training in 1970 (Showa 45), studying under Mr. Shosho Watanabe.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1975 (Showa 50), he became independent and established the Noh mask carving school \"Menjūkai,\" holding annual exhibitions.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nFrom March 1991 (Heisei 3), residing in Kanazawa-ku's Kamariya Higashi, he began practicing utaibon (Noh chant) under the tutelage of Mr. Chikufu Tanabe, a shite-kata (main actor) of the Kanze school.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 1995 (Heisei 7), he was appointed as an instructor for Noh mask carving at Yomiuri Culture Center.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2000 (Heisei 12), he was selected as one of the top 50 participants in the Noh Mask Carving Contest in Ikeda-cho, Fukui Prefecture.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIn 2003 (Heisei 15), he won the Grand Prize at the \"Noh and Kyōgen Painting Grand Prix 2003\" sponsored by the Yokohama Nōgakudō.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nIt is noted that he is \"pushing his aging body and challenging himself limitlessly in both Noh mask carving and utaibon training\".\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\nHe also has a background as a seaman, in addition to his work as a Noh mask carver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\n\u003c\/center\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"font-size:16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54); font-family: georgia, serif; text-align: -webkit-center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.ebay.com\/sch\/i.html?_dkr=1\u0026amp;iconV2Request=true\u0026amp;_blrs=recall_filtering\u0026amp;_ssn=koedo-sun-art\u0026amp;store_name=koedosunart\u0026amp;LH_All=1\u0026amp;_oac=1\"\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\n\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"koedo-sun-art","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46886401802493,"sku":"k1204024462 9250 MSK521","price":279.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0662\/0774\/4253\/files\/1171335963_o.jpg?v=1763516453","url":"https:\/\/koedo-sun-art.com\/zh\/products\/japanese-vintage-wooden-noh-mask-zao-by-tanaka-hidetomo-signed-w-bag-msk521","provider":"koedo-sun-art","version":"1.0","type":"link"}