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Netsuke of Noh Mask

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Wooden mask with a wide face and a prominent forehead. Two carved lines on the forehead, thick eyebrows carved above the eyes. The eyes are white with black pupils. A nose and mouth are carved in the center. The mouth is carved into a wide smile with a line of small teeth. The mask has a brown patina. A netsuke by artist Unknown.

Artwork Details

Date
19th century
Medium
Wood
Culture
Japan
Dimensions
416 × 624 px
Public Domain
Yes
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