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A Noh Mask, Japan, Early 20th Century

Sealed Tachibana Yoshitaka saku (made by Tachibana Yoshitaka)

No reserve

Auction Closed

February 9, 09:35 PM GMT

Estimate

4,000 - 6,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

A Noh Mask, Japan, Early 20th Century

Sealed Tachibana Yoshitaka saku (made by Tachibana Yoshitaka)


the mask of Ayakashi, in carved wood and coloured pigments, gilt eyes, mounted in a box frame


height 8¼ in.

20.8 cm

Kawasaki family, Kochi Prefecture;

Japanese and Korean Art, Christie's New York, 22 September 2004, Lot 332 (part lot);

Where acquired by Aso O. Tavitian.

This mask is used for the roles of vengeful ghosts.