Lot Essay
Tsurimanako, or "hanging eyes," is used for animal spirits such as the god of thunder in the play Kuzu. A type of "Otobide" mask, it is notable for its extremely low eyebrows and lack of ears.
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EDO PERIOD (18TH CENTURY)
Details
Noh Mask of Tsurimanako
Edo period (18th century)
Polychrome pigments and gesso over wood, eyes gilt-metal
8in. (20.3cm.) long
With one storage bag
Edo period (18th century)
Polychrome pigments and gesso over wood, eyes gilt-metal
8in. (20.3cm.) long
With one storage bag
Provenance
Yamanouchi family, Tosa Province
Kawasaki family, Kochi Prefecture
Kawasaki family, Kochi Prefecture