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Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered Wood, Late Edo period
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Japanese Lion Gion Festival Dance Mask, Lacquered wood, Late Edo period
This lion mask can be found at the head of a float in the Gion festival. It is normally attached to a garment which represents the body of the lion. It sports lacquered black eyebrows, red cheeks, gold eyes, movable ears (connected with a string), a prominent nose, and a mouth showing black teeth which opens up and down. Minimal losses of lacquer in places consistent with age. Late Edo period, 19th century.
- Dimensions:Height: 8 in (20.32 cm)Width: 11 in (27.94 cm)Depth: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)
- Style:Edo (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:19th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Point Richmond, CA
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