Lacquered, Carved Wood Noh Mask - Hannya, Signed, Boxed
May 2013 Auction by Far East Asian Art

A well carved and lacquered Noh mask depicting Hannya. Painted details - particularly depicting loose strands of hair but also the gilded eyes with black wash - adding to the dramatic portrayal. Two character signature in gold lacquer inside the mask and again inside the cover of the box in black ink and with read artist's seal...