Five Netsuke Shaped Like Theater Masks
A set consisting of five netsuke depicting famous masks from the classical Japanese theatrical traditions of NŌ and KYŌGEN. The set includes four finely modeled terracotta pieces, accompanied by a fifth piece carved from dark horn. These small sculptures capture the characteristic faces of Japanese theater with extraordinary expressive vitality.
The five masks are fully representative of the refined Asian art of the MEIJI period (1868–1912).
The five masks are fully representative of the refined Asian art of the MEIJI period (1868–1912).
400 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Asian art
Condition: En l'etat
Width: cm 3 quella in corno, terracotta cm 2,7
Height: cm 4 quella in corno, terracotta cm 3,7
Reference (ID): 1856976
Availability: In stock
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