High quality Japanese traditional hand carved wooden Noh mask - Ōbeshimi大癋見, finely carved with lifelike expressions and meticulous details. made by Ueda上田 was signed on the backside. The Beshimi mask is without doubt one of the most intriguing among those used in nō theater. It is easily recognizable thanks to its main peculiarity, the closed mouth with tight lips. The very name Beshimi highlights this peculiarity: it comes from the obsolete verb hesshimu, meaning ‘to close one’s mouth”, “press one’s lips”. Dimensions: 23 x 16.5 x 11 cm Good condition: there are stains and wear off from aging and using, please also take a look at the listed photos for a reference. Will be well packaged and shipping by Japan Post in fast delivery.