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Netsuke of Devil Mask with Wide-Open Mouth

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The image depicts a Netsuke of a Devil Mask with Wide-Open Mouth by an unknown artist. The mask has a wide-open mouth with visible teeth and a protruding tongue is not visible. The mask has two small horns on top and rounded protrusions on the sides. The eyes are circular and have a green iris with a white pupil. The mask is made of dark brown wood or resin with a glossy finish. The surface features carved flame-like patterns on the forehead and cheeks. The background of the image is plain white with a subtle shadow cast by the mask.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood, dark brown; inlaid green glass eyes
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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