Antique Masks

Inset within the grinder’s hollow is a Mitsogo (Tsogo) carved and painted wooden mask from Gabon, Africa. Characterised by its serene, stylised face, fine painted details, and woven ...

An authentic and remarkably sculptural forged iron Saru-Menpo (monkey-face half mask / facial armor), dating to the mid-Edo period (18th century), Japan.

The elaborately pierced gilt bronze case in the form of a lyre, with an Apollo mask cresting, on a white marble stepped base. Original very attractive matte- and polished gilding.

Boy with Mask is a Modern Artwork realized by Antonio Visentini (Venice, 1688 - Venice, 1782) in the first half of the XVIII Century.

Antique High Carat Gold Victorian Classical Mask Motif Stick Pin c.1880 A fine quality antique stick pin featuring a dramatic classical mask or grotesque head finely cast in a high...

From the late 19th to early 20th century. Mask 11" high. Ready to hang on the wall.

Extraordinary 19th Century hand carved wood mask believed to have once been a dramatic Noh Drama piece likely representing a giant or demon.

An antique Renaissance Revival rocking chair, hand-carved in solid walnut, circa 1860–1885, with lion-mask arm terminals, an arched upholstered back, and scrolling runners.

Broad vine leaves and rhythmic vertical fluting separate each mask, creating deep recessed shadows that contrast with the polished highlights of the metal.

Moulded with applied beast-head mask handles grasping pendant rings, this baluster vase features a high, swelling shoulder tapering down to a gently spreading foot rim beneath a wide...

Incredible old African mask in noble wood hand craved and hand painted circa 1900.

The design of this wooden fixture combined with the expressive and colorful mask sculptures and their deeper meaning makes it an absolute joy to own and look at.

The bowl features two bas-relief winged mask heads on the exterior which have been depicted with open mouths sprouting handles in the form of serpent-like forked tongues.

Antique Bena Lulua Mask Late 1800s to Early 1900s – Democratic Republic of the Congo This striking primitive folk art mask hails from the Bena Lulua people of the Democratic Republi...

A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately.

18th Century Japanese Edo Period Carved Hyottoko Mask in Keyaki Wood, Circa 1750–1790 A rare and expressive Japanese Hyottoko mask carved during the Edo period, dating to approximat...

The stylish, silvered bronze chains in the form of leafs and the silvered bronze suspension points in the form of grotesque mask sculptures with a crown of feathers are the perfect f...

A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, engaging mask fragment made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately.

Beautiful set of 5 antique Japanese Noh theater masks, Meiji period (1868-1912). Set of antique Japanese masks in papier-mâché, polychrome, with glass eyes.

Pompeian Masks Wall Fresco from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Vincenzo Campana in the 18th Century.

Pair antique early 19th century English porcelain cachepot flower pots with satyr mask handles and flared rims. Decorated with baskets of flowers.

Tragedy Masks Pompeian Style from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Nicola Fiorillo in the 18th Century.

Tragedy Masks Pompeian Style from "Antiquities of Herculaneum" is an etching on paper realized by Carlo Oraty in the 18th Century.

Dimensions: 4.33 high x 2.25 wide x 2.75 deep This elegant desk-size statuette of a kneeled harlequin wearing a golden mask is a perfect example of the little masterpieces in cold...

"Japanese Netsuke – Grotesque Mask, Edo To Early Meiji Period (circa 1820–1880)" A finely carved and expressive wooden mask-style netsuke, depicting a grotesque theatrical or folklor...

Inspired by an ancient Chinese bronze form with fantastic taotie mask handles. Measures: 13 1/2" high, 13" diameter.

The mask is signed on the inside by the maker. This mask is the mask of Ko-Omote - a beautiful naive young Japanese girl/woman.

Strong angular cubist mask with open mouth with filed teeth and open triangular eyes.

An antique Japanese copper vase with polychrome cloisonne enamel decor. Late Meiji period, before 1912. Elongated baluster shape. Intricate floral pattern against the dark green back...

Bamileke Kuosi Elephant masks comprise cloth panels and hoods woven from plantain fiber over raffia.

A beautiful vintage ceramic terracotta glazed wall mask of a male. It’s in the style of South Tyrollean or tuscany folk art.

Spectacular marble mask depicting the face of a lion Venice 19th Century From Venice, private collection.

A finely crafted traditional Japanese Shishi-gashira (lion head), historically used in ceremonial Shishimai lion dances—a performing art believed to ward off evil spirits and bring g...

Historical Background: The Hahoe Mask Tradition The Hahoe masks, known in Korean as Hahoetal (하회탈), are among the most celebrated examples of traditional Korean folk sculpture.

A truly beautiful, wonderfully aged, alluring mask made for Japanese Noh theater. The naturally faded beauty and unique character drew us to this mask immediately.

Inspired by Picasso’s appropriation of primitive art, Nevelson depicts the nude figure with a mask-like face and simplified features. This is contrasted with the highly patterned, ec...

Given that the owl represents knowledge and wisdom, and the mask indicates art and theater, the sculpture is suffused with allegory and meaning.

This perfectly hand carved and large chandelier comes with a variety of marvelous details and six mask sculptures looking down from above. This beautiful and unique, six-light pendan...

Depicting a dimensional cat head with pointed ears and snarling expression Featuring transparent green, red, and brown basse-taille enamel Glossed over engraved texture throughout - ...

Great looking alabaster pendant light with Gilt Bronze Bacchus / Ram Masks. This extraordinary antique alabaster chandelier is a rare fusion of mythological symbolism and refined cr...

The base is decorated with a plant motif and above that an open design with graceful curves and on both sides a detailed female mask. This beautiful planter with intricately carve...

Fully hand-carved from european oak, 2 impressive lion masks that will leave a lasting impression on any visitors.

Fully hand-carved from european oak, 2 impressive lion masks that will leave a lasting impression on any visitors.

The masks are linked by draped garland forms that extend across the surface of the bowl.

old and big african mask in wood, leader and whelks

The lion masks provide a strong architectural presence and reflect the enduring influence of Renaissance and Baroque decorative traditions in nineteenth-century European design.

Mask of a bearded deity, short beard and hair braided in the characteristic high hairstyle, with layered ringlets on either side. 4 cm (h) Green patina Ex Canadian private propert...

Designed as a highly rendered Japanese Kabuki mask carved from tiger's eye Opaque striated brown to orangey brown in color displaying linear chatoyancy With a furrowed brow, textured...

Mask 10", height on stand 14" strong angular cubist mask with open mouth with filed teeth and open triangular eyes.

The shoulder is applied with draped laurel garlands suspended between projecting masks of Hercules, each mask modeled with a bearded face framed by tied lion skin.

A beaded perimeter frames the copper medallion, visually echoing the fine turnings of the wooden body. The mask’s mouth is pierced with two openings that function as the dispenser, a...

"Mask, Baga Guinea" is a carved wooden mask created c. 1920.

Early carved wood Kwele Helmet Mask with stylized face, from Gabon. Large white covered face, minimal eyes and nose.

Pair antique English Regency carved white statuary marble masks or wall plaques - classical youths with grapevine hair.

He specifically identifies Figs. 1, 2, 3 and 8 as tragic masks; Figs. 7 and 10 as comic masks; and Figs. 4, 5, 6 and 9 as Bacchic masks.

Produced around 1900, these mask plaques reflect the height of the Japonisme movement.

A standout feature is the carved male figures with mustaches at the corners, resembling Vikings—an unusually striking design compared to traditional shell motifs. These Viking-like m...

Magnificent French Rococo Revival bronze centerpiece jardinière, richly cast and chased with satyr masks, putti and luxurious scrollwork. A bold, theatrical piece of décor that immed...

3 Carved Wooden Ceremonial Masks from Nigeria, Africa and Indonesia These are unusual pieces, they are all carved in wood and painted One is a Yorubastam Gelede from Nigeria, it da...

This mask was to be worn on the chest. 12 1/2" x 8 3/8" x 1 1/4" mask Bwami masks and figures are symbols of the owner's rank within the Bwami society.