Item Description This is a Japanese Noh mask of the Ko-omote type, which depicts a young woman. It is carved from wood and finished in a pale cream ground with painted details. The brows are softly shaded, the hairline is painted in black with a centre parting, and the lips are painted red with blackened teeth in the style of traditional Noh masks. The eyes, nostrils and mouth are pierced through. The reverse is finished in a reddish-brown lacquer-like colour with visible carving marks. A white cotton cord is threaded through the side holes and tied. The mask is offered on its own, without a backing cloth or stand. It is suitable for display as a decorative piece or for those interested in traditional Japanese performing arts. Size Height: 21.5 cm Width: 14 cm Depth: 7.5 cm Weight 234 g Condition The mask is in good overall condition with no major damage visible. There are minor marks and small specks on the painted surface, light wear to the painted lips and nostrils, and tool marks and light discolouration on the reverse. Please review all photographs carefully. Additional Information Type: Noh mask (Ko-omote), a young-woman role in Noh theatre Material: Wood with painted finish Origin: Japan Included: Mask with cotton cord only; no backing cloth or stand The item will be carefully packaged and shipped by Japan Post or DHL, depending on the situation. Due to the changes to the EU tax-free (VAT) system, Japan Post has become unable to ship certain goods valued at €150 or less to an increasing number of European countries. Depending on the destination and circumstances, the shipping method may therefore be changed from Japan Post to DHL. Delivery normally takes approximately 3 weeks, or up to 3 months if the item is shipped by sea. Please note that import duties, taxes, customs fees, and other charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. For customs clearance, your local customs office or delivery company may contact you by phone or email. To avoid any delays or the return of the parcel, please ensure that you can respond promptly to any such requests. If the parcel is returned due to an inability to contact you or complete customs clearance, additional shipping charges, which may be more than twice the original shipping cost, will apply for reshipment. Thank you for your kind understanding and cooperation. We will do our utmost to ensure that your item arrives safely and without any issues.