"【Important notes】 ・International buyers are responsible for any import duties, taxes, and charges not included in the item price or shipping cost. Please note that VAT paid to Catawiki is separate from and does not cover import duties or customs charges in your country. You may still be required to pay additional fees upon delivery, as determined by your local customs authorities. ・Shipping Details: Most items are shipped via Japan Post EMS (airmail). If you are in a hurry, we can arrange shipping via DHL or FedEx upon request for an additional fee. ・Damage and Issues: If you receive a damaged item, please contact us immediately. The damage must be reported to your local post office within 7 days of delivery, and promptly to us and Catawiki support. 【Product details】 This is an Edo period miniature wooden mask inspired by figures seen in Gigaku, one of Japan’s earliest forms of masked performance associated with Buddhist temple culture. The powerful facial features, including the wide, intense eyes and firmly set mouth, convey a strong and commanding presence. During the Edo period, small carved masks such as this were produced as pilgrimage souvenirs and protective charms for visitors to major temples such as Tōdai-ji and Hōryū-ji. These miniature masks were often based on famous historic or temple-owned masks and reduced in size so they could be kept for personal devotion or as talismans to ward off misfortune. The mask is hand-carved from wood and weighs approximately 20 grams. It is notably light, suggesting the use of well-aged, fully dried wood. The carving is bold and direct, with simplified yet strongly modeled features that emphasise character and presence rather than refinement. The surface shows clear signs of age, including wear from handling, surface deterioration, areas of lacquer loss, fine lacquer cracks, and a deep, naturally developed patina. These characteristics contribute to the historical atmosphere of the piece. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 9.2 cm W 7.4 cm D 5.5 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!"