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Southeast Asian Folk Art Wooden Mask
$450
£339.42
€392.03
CA$630.48
A$701.06
CHF 367.02
MX$8,563.56
NOK 4,611.93
SEK 4,338.44
DKK 2,926.47
About the Item
An expressive tribal mask with pronounced brows, stylized features, and traces of red and black pigment, reflecting its ceremonial origins.
This hand-carved and painted wooden mask is likely a piece of ethnographic or folk art. Based on its style and resemblance to similar items found in the search results, it appears to be an Indonesian or Southeast Asian ceremonial or decorative mask, possibly Balinese or related to the Tharu people of Nepal/India.
While the exact origin can be challenging to pinpoint without more specific markings, the style strongly suggests Southeast Asian, particularly Balinese, or possibly Nepalese/Indian folk art. Balinese masks, known as "Topeng," are integral to traditional dance performances and rituals, often depicting characters from Hindu epics, such as the Ramayana. Similarly, Tharu tribal ritual dance masks from Nepal and North India are also notable for their hand-carved wooden forms.
Materials and Craftsmanship: The mask is carved from wood and features painted details, showcasing the hand-carved artistry typical of such cultural artifacts. The distressed look suggests age or intentional artistic distressing.
Masks like this are traditionally used in traditional dances, rituals, or ceremonies to embody spirits, deities, or ancestral figures. They can also be used in theatrical performances or storytelling to depict characters or convey narratives.
Many such masks are also created as decorative pieces for display, admired for their artistic and cultural value.
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 5 in (12.7 cm)
- Style:Tribal (Of the Period)
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- Date of Manufacture:unknown
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Pasadena, CA
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU825846206362
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