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An Iron Somen [Full Face Mask], Japan, 18th-19th century

No reserve

Auction Closed

February 9, 09:35 PM GMT

Estimate

10,000 - 15,000 USD

Lot Details

Description

An Iron Somen [Full Face Mask], Japan, 18th - 19th century


the iron mask well forged with embossed wrinkles and eyebrows, the brow-plate attached, the nose-plate detachable, yak hair moustache


height with stand 15 in.

38 cm

Japanese and Korean Art, Christie's New York, 16 September 2003, Lot 361;

Where acquired by Aso O. Tavitian.