【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】 A traditional Japanese hand-carved wooden Noh mask depicting Uba, accompanied by an elegant brocade storage bag with floral motifs. In Noh theatre, Uba represents an elderly woman. The mask is characterized by deeply carved wrinkles across the forehead and cheeks, yet retains a refined and dignified expression that conveys both age and spiritual presence. It is often associated with roles such as the spirit of the paired pine trees in the celebratory play Takasago, where the aged figure embodies longevity, harmony, and divine grace. The mask is finely hand-carved from wood and finished with traditional gofun (oyster shell pigment), giving the surface its soft, pale tone. The reverse shows careful chisel work, highlighting the craftsmanship. It is inscribed in gilt with the name of the mask and a date corresponding to March 1997. The artist’s carved seal by Motoyasu (基保) is also present. The accompanying brocade bag features a decorative textile pattern. A sewn cloth label on the bag bears the name Uba along with the same period notation. Cord is attached to the mask. The condition reflects age and use. The surface shows overall yellowing due to aging of the pigment. There are fine cracks in the coating around the eyelids and near the nose. Minor abrasions and small areas of paint loss are visible. Please refer to the photographs for a detailed view of the condition. Dimensions: approx. H 21.5 cm W 13.9 cm D 8 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!