Noh mask - Porcelain - Meiji to early Showa period (No reserve price)

This is a Tengu mask made by Taikodo. The nose is approximately 24cm long (depth) and has a magnificent nose.
This is a Tengu mask made during the Meiji era to the early Showa era.

Overall, it shows signs of paint peeling, discoloration, scratches, and dirt, but these elements contribute to its antique charm.
Considering its age, I believe one can accept its condition as satisfactory.

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.

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 25.0 cm
Width 20.8 cm
Depth 24.2 cm
Weight 1020 g

Condition:
There is aging, dirt, scratches, fading, peeling, scuffs, stains, etc. Also, the Tengu's nose is very delicate, so it may crack. Please refer to the photos to make your judgment.

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.

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