Width: 4cms
Height: 4cms
Date: Circa 1880
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Product Code: KPNE29
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From our collection of wood-carved Netsuke, this amusing late Nineteenth Century (Circa 1880) boxwood carving depicting a seated man. He holds an opened fan to his chest with his right hand and is wearing a Noh mask with a grimacing expression. Condition is as shown in the photographs. Don’t hesitate to contact us for additional information.
Noh Mask
Noh is an ancient form of Japanese dance-drama dating back to the 14th century, it is the oldest form of theatre that is still performed in it’s original form today, tradition is the keystone of Noh plays they are strictly regulated and very rarely deviate.
They are often based on traditional tales of heroes as well as more supernatural myths and legends. The most recognisable and striking icon of Noh is the famous masks with many specific characters and variations.
A well designed Noh mask can be used to portray emotions just by tilting it up or down, this changes the perception and angle of the features they can go from happy to sad or angry. Perhaps the most famous Noh mask is the female daemon Hannya, she has transcended the medium and is a popular character featured in other artworks and tattoos.
Netsuke
A netsuke is essentially a toggle, used to prevent an object (usually an inro) from slipping through the obi (kimono belt). A cord is passed through the himotoshi (two small holes on the netsuke or a natural hole formed by a leg or arm of the piece) the other end tied to a container containing money, herbs or tobacco. The cord is then passed through the obi with the netsuke resting above it and the container below.
Netsuke have evolved from being utilitarian objects to miniature sculptures of great beauty and craftsmanship. Subjects they depict wide ranging and are an important record of Japanese life and folklore.
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