Kyogen mask, Japan, mid-Edo period (1603–1868) Made of cypress wood, with the gofun completely worn away, depicting the character Hakuko (white fox; sometimes also identified as a Tanuki mask). The mouth, which is normally removable, has been fixed in place, and both ears are missing. Unsigned. Height: 20.2 cm
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Estimate
€200 - €250
Buyer's premium
32%
Kyogen mask, Japan, mid-Edo period (1603–1868)
Made of cypress wood, with the gofun completely worn away, depicting the character Hakuko (white fox; sometimes also identified as a Tanuki mask). The mouth, which is normally removable, has been fixed in place, and both ears are missing. Unsigned.
Height: 20.2 cm
Sale
Tuesday 10 November・14:00 (Europe/Paris)
Salle 4 - Hôtel Drouot
9, rue Drouot
75009 Paris