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Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia, c. 1900

About the Item

This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. This mask features a dark red polychrome and resembles a bird-man with an extended and exaggerated nose. It is visibly old with fading of the original polychrome and age related patina on the wood. Measures: Height 21cm x Width 14cm x Depth 15cm.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.27 in (21 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
  • Style:
    Other (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wood,Hand-Carved,Polychromed
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Jimbaran, ID
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5881227574562

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