【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】 This Showa period Noh mask represents the type known as Waka-onna (Young Woman), a mask primarily used in the Kanze school to depict a youthful female figure. It is said to embody an expression that lies between the delicate charm of the Ko-omote mask and the refined dignity and intelligence of the Zō-onna. While older than Ko-omote, the Waka-onna face combines rationality, elegance, and subtle sensuality. The mask closely resembles the Ko-omote, but is categorised as Waka-onna (a variation of Zō-onna). Its hairline is characterised by two thick lines drawn from the forehead to the temples, with three to four finer lines at the temples. On the cheeks, three lines are drawn, one of them being thicker. A distinctive feature of the Waka-onna mask is the slightly upturned corners of the mouth, giving a more composed and graceful expression. In Noh theatre, the Waka-onna mask is often used for roles portraying noble young women, elegant princesses, or refined ladies of the court. It conveys both beauty and inner strength, allowing performers to express a wide range of subtle emotions through refined movements and lighting. The reverse bears the seal of the maker, Zuiun (瑞雲). The wooden storage box is also signed and sealed by the artist on the inside of the lid and comes with a cord and a silk pouch. There are signs of age-related wear and minor blemishes, with discolouration visible on the chin. Please refer to the photos for details of the condition. Dimensions: approx. H 21 cm W 13.5 cm D 6.3 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!