Embodying ethereal purity and supreme aristocratic dignity, this Japanese wooden Noh mask represents the 増女（ぞうおんな / Zō-onna）. Stripping away mortal sensuality, it captures a quiet, intellectual tension between absolute tranquility and profound, unearthly melancholy. Carved to depict deities and celestial beings—most notably serving as a Hagoromo mask—this authentic Noh theater mask physically manifests yūgen (mysterious grace) and hie (coldness). The craftsmanship reflects this rigorous aesthetic: flatter cheeks remove youthful softness, while narrow, calm eyes project a detached serenity. Meticulous kegaki (hairlines) enforce strict nobility, and the pristine white gofun base contrasts sharply with black and red accents. The reverse bears traditional calligraphy, adding historical mystique to this signed Japanese mask. Type: Traditional Japanese theater mask (Young Woman / Goddess mask Noh) Character: 増女（ぞうおんな / Zō-onna）/ Zō (増) Maker: Signed (Calligraphy interpretations suggest Yūhō or Yūki [祐 + 抱 or 玘], followed by 作) Material: Wood Dimensions: 21.5 cm x 13.5 cm x 7 cm Weight: 146 grams Included Accessories: Wooden mask, silk storage bag Condition: Good Origin: Japan Preserved in good condition, this piece includes a protective silk storage bag. Securely packaged and shipment is always insured for safe delivery.