Japanese wooden sculptured Noh mask of Tengu天狗 with a long nose which is about 16 cm. 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. Dimensions: 21.5 x 15.2 x 15.8 cm 600g Condition: There is paint peeling throughout. In addition, there may be dirt, scratches, and fading due to aging and normal use. Additionally, a tengu's nose is very delicate and may crack. Please also see the photos posted for reference. 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. 012821590402