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Antique Japanese Noh Theatre Mask Ko-Omote, Japan, 19th Century.

Antique Japanese Noh Theatre Mask Ko-Omote, Japan, 19th Century.

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Antique Japanese Noh Theatre Mask Ko-Omote, Japan, 19th Century.

$2,446.90List Price

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Noh Theatre Mask Representing Ko-Omote, Japan, 19th Century. This mask is a Ko-omote, one of the oldest and most iconic masks of Noh theatre. Carved from Japanese cypress wood, it depicts a young woman with a pure and delicate face, embodying the ideal beauty of youth. The subtle makeup, slightly open mouth, and high-arched eyebrows enhance its gentle and reserved expression, characteristic of classical elegance. The polished finish, while retaining visible tool marks on the interior, along with the mask’s thinness, reflect its age and the meticulous craftsmanship involved in its creation. In Noh, a dramatic art form that emerged in the 14th century, masks play a central role in conveying emotions and identities. Unlike other forms of theatre, they allow for an introspective performance, where each tilt or play of light alters the perception of the mask’s expression. The Ko-omote mask is used to portray young girls or idealized female characters, often in spiritually or melancholically toned plays. Although it represents a woman, it is always worn by a male actor, in line with Noh tradition. This mask has appeared in several major works such as Hagoromo and Sakuragawa, where it evokes graceful and ethereal female figures. The mask maker, known as men-shi, imbues each creation with a distinct personality, enabling actors to fully inhabit the emotion of the role. Through its simplicity and symbolism, the Ko-omote mask embodies both the fleeting nature of youth and the depth of Japanese aesthetic traditions, making it highly sought after by Western collectors. Ink and gofun on Japanese cypress. Custom bronze stand. Minimal signs of use. 21 x 13 x 7 cm approx 31,5 with stand

Dimensions:
Height: 12.41 in (31.5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 2.76 in (7 cm)
Style:
Japonisme (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Wood,Hand-Crafted
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1850
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
PARIS, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU6491242602332

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