Shishiguchi Mask - Noh Theater - Handicraft 1950-60 #50
Shishiguchi mask - kishin category (scary masks)
This mask is used in "Shakkyō", a play in which the main character is a demon or goblin. The action of "Shakkyō" takes place in China. In the play, a Japanese monk sees a lion dancing on a stone bridge, which leads to another world.
The mask represents Buddha in the form of a lion, his powerful word exorcising evil spells, driving away evil spirits.
Painted wood - minimal wear - with box and fabric case.
Dimensions: 16 cm (width) x 22 cm (height) x 9.5 cm (depth)
Box dimensions: 23.5 cm (width) x 13 cm (height) x 27.5 cm (depth)
This mask is used in "Shakkyō", a play in which the main character is a demon or goblin. The action of "Shakkyō" takes place in China. In the play, a Japanese monk sees a lion dancing on a stone bridge, which leads to another world.
The mask represents Buddha in the form of a lion, his powerful word exorcising evil spells, driving away evil spirits.
Painted wood - minimal wear - with box and fabric case.
Dimensions: 16 cm (width) x 22 cm (height) x 9.5 cm (depth)
Box dimensions: 23.5 cm (width) x 13 cm (height) x 27.5 cm (depth)
450 €
Period: 20th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Painted wood
Width: 16
Height: 22
Depth: 9,5
Reference (ID): 1754137
Availability: In stock
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