This is a ceramic Tengu mask. The color and expression are very realistic and this is a very rare Tengu mask. The back is engraved with "Shinmeisha 神明社." The box has the characters "Housyu 宝舟" written on it. This is Akumi Kobe Shinmei Shrine 安久美神戸神明社 in Toyohashi City, Aichi Prefecture. Tengu is one of the most well-known yokai in Japan. Tengu's face is bright red, with a high nose, a bit like an ape, very tall, with a pair of wings, wearing a monk's clothing, high-toothed clogs, holding a round fan and a hammer, such an image. According to legend, they live in the deep mountains, have supernatural powers and superpowers, and have the power to make humans feel horrible. A supernatural creature said to inhabit the heavens or deep mountains. Born from the spiritual power of mountain gods, it combines the beliefs of wandering spirits such as grudges and guardian spirits, and is also a manifestation of illusions under the guise of ascetic practitioners. It appears in the form of a mountain ascetic, with a red face, a high nose, wings, long claws on its hands and feet, and holds a vajra staff, a sword, and a fan. It is said to possess divine powers and the ability to fly freely. There is also a strict hierarchy among the Tengu. The big Tengu and the Tengu have a higher status. In addition, there are the crow Tengu, who are the subordinates of the Tengu and the big Tengu. Printed Yamabushi Tengu and more. Tengu symbolizes strength, and wearing a Tengu mask means that one needs to have a powerful combat power to match it. Similarly, the Tengu mask is also a symbol of status, giving people a powerful deterrent, making him understand that this person is not easy to mess with. Height 20.2 cm Width 16.1 cm Depth 14.2 cm Weight 560 g Condition: The condition is generally good. There are scratches, discoloration, and stains in various places, but no major damage or chips. There are many photos, so please take a look. Atention: The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase. Shipping: The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan. We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number. Import duties, taxes, VAT, and any other charges are not included in the item price and shipping cost. Please check your country's import duties before bidding. 013119400203