【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 finely hand-carved wooden Noh mask representing Ko-omote (小面), one of the most iconic and beloved masks in traditional Japanese Noh theatre. This type portrays a young woman of approximately 16–17 years old, embodying refined beauty, innocence, and emotional subtlety. The expression is deliberately ambiguous, appearing gently smiling from one angle and quietly sorrowful from another. This duality is essential to Ko-omote masks, allowing the performer to convey shifting emotions through slight movements on stage. The blackened teeth (ohaguro), a traditional marker of adulthood in historical Japan, add further cultural depth to the piece. The mask is carefully hand-carved from wood and finished with traditional gofun (oyster shell pigment), giving it a smooth and softly luminous surface. The reverse is coated in a glossy finish, allowing the natural wood grain to remain visible. Please note that no cord is attached. Condition is fair to good overall with age-related wear. There is one visible crack under the chin area. A very small paint loss can be seen at the tip of the nose. There is also light surface wear and scuffing along the sides. These details are consistent with age and do not detract from the overall presence of the mask. Please refer to the photos for details. Dimensions: approx. H 21.2 cm W 13.4 cm D 7 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!