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Netsuke of Noh Mask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Dark brown wooden netsuke in the shape of a Noh mask. The mask depicts a creature with a large nose, small horns, a wide mouth with white teeth, and a bulging forehead. Two small holes are on either side of the face. The background is light gray. The artist is unknown. The title of the piece is "Netsuke of Noh Mask".

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood with metal eyes and teeth
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
599 × 373 px
Public Domain
Yes
Museum Record
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