Zemanek-Münster

Netsuke: "no" demon mask, probably "hannya" type

Japan
sold EUR 200
Provenance
German Private Collection
Size
H: 4,7 cm
H: 1.9 inch

Description

wood, dark brown patina, eyes with gold pigments, pupils with metal inlay, horns, mouth wide open, signature under chin, fine cracks backside on upper rim;
the “hannya” mask type originates from the “no” theatre. It represents a jealous female demon or serpent.


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