traditional TENGU mask from Noh or Kyogen theater

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Traditional TENGU mask from Noh or Kyogen theater

Name: traditional TENGU mask from Noh or Kyogen theater
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: LVTVGPQ8TM
Price: 1200 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery Antic YF

1.200 €

Period 19th century

Style Asian Arts

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This mask is a traditional Japanese representation of Tengu (天狗)—a mythological creature from Japanese folklore.
Its long, prominent nose is the Tengu's most iconic feature, symbolizing arrogance and supernatural power.
It has a stern, frowning expression, with natural fiber eyebrows and whiskers, typical of ancient lacquered wood masks. The mask is hand-carved in wood, and the interior clearly shows the gouge work and the carver's marks.

The red lacquer finish: The bright red color is associated with the strength and authority of the Tengu.
Japan, Edo or Meiji period (17th–19th century)
This type of mask was used in ritual dances, Noh or Kyogen theater, and sometimes as a temple mask (tengu-men) hung for spiritual protection.
Symbolism: The Tengu is a mountain spirit, half-human, half-bird, who became the protector of Buddhist temples and martial arts practitioners.
Sold with its base.
Height 20 cm, width 16 cm, depth 16 cm
Height with base 20 cm

Ref: LVTVGPQ8TM

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