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Vintage Japanese Noh mask Okina, a ceramic wall-mounted decorative mask on a natural wooden lattice, dating from circa 1970s–1980s, made in Japan and in good condition with minor aging signs.
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Vintage Japanese Noh Mask Okina – 35 cm Kyugetsu Wooden Lattice Mounted Decorative Wall Mask
【Description】
A traditional and highly auspicious vintage Japanese Noh mask depicting Okina (The Grand Old Man), mounted on a wooden lattice display panel.
Artisanal Details & Cultural Symbolism:
Iconic Okina Features: Sculpted with traditional sacred features including hair eyebrows, a long chin beard, and a hinged separate jaw (Kiri-agito), capturing a joyful, benevolent smile.
Symbol of Longevity & Peace: Revered in Noh theater as a divine figure, Okina is a celebrated symbol of peace, happiness, harvest, and long life.
Old-Established Maker Tag: Bears the original maker label from Kyugetsu, a renowned Japanese doll and art craft maker.
Contemporary Interior Display:
Mounted on a natural wooden slatted display board with a hanging cord on the reverse, this characterful mask makes a striking wall feature for Japandi living rooms, entryway nooks, or Asian folk art collections.
【Materials & Construction】
Mask Body: Molded ceramic/resin compound with hand-painted facial finish and hair accents.
Mounting Panel: Natural wooden lattice grid with hanging cord.
【Condition】
Exhibits clean, fine vintage condition overall. Condition notes include:
Faint, natural age-related patina and light surface dust on the wooden slatted backing board.
Mask details, facial paint, and cord bindings remain well-preserved and intact.
Important Note:
This is an authentic vintage decorative item showing soft signs of handling. Please inspect all provided high-resolution detailed photographs to confirm the physical condition prior to bidding.
【Period】
Circa 1970s–1980s (Showa Period)
【Dimensions & Estimated Weight】
Width: 24.0 cm
Depth: 8.0 cm
Height: 35.0 cm
Vintage Japanese Noh Mask Okina – 35 cm Kyugetsu Wooden Lattice Mounted Decorative Wall Mask
【Description】
A traditional and highly auspicious vintage Japanese Noh mask depicting Okina (The Grand Old Man), mounted on a wooden lattice display panel.
Artisanal Details & Cultural Symbolism:
Iconic Okina Features: Sculpted with traditional sacred features including hair eyebrows, a long chin beard, and a hinged separate jaw (Kiri-agito), capturing a joyful, benevolent smile.
Symbol of Longevity & Peace: Revered in Noh theater as a divine figure, Okina is a celebrated symbol of peace, happiness, harvest, and long life.
Old-Established Maker Tag: Bears the original maker label from Kyugetsu, a renowned Japanese doll and art craft maker.
Contemporary Interior Display:
Mounted on a natural wooden slatted display board with a hanging cord on the reverse, this characterful mask makes a striking wall feature for Japandi living rooms, entryway nooks, or Asian folk art collections.
【Materials & Construction】
Mask Body: Molded ceramic/resin compound with hand-painted facial finish and hair accents.
Mounting Panel: Natural wooden lattice grid with hanging cord.
【Condition】
Exhibits clean, fine vintage condition overall. Condition notes include:
Faint, natural age-related patina and light surface dust on the wooden slatted backing board.
Mask details, facial paint, and cord bindings remain well-preserved and intact.
Important Note:
This is an authentic vintage decorative item showing soft signs of handling. Please inspect all provided high-resolution detailed photographs to confirm the physical condition prior to bidding.
【Period】
Circa 1970s–1980s (Showa Period)
【Dimensions & Estimated Weight】
Width: 24.0 cm
Depth: 8.0 cm
Height: 35.0 cm
Details
Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Material
Ceramic
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
35 cm
Width
24 cm
Weight
2 kg
Estimated period
1970-1980
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