Antique Japanese Noh mask (metal)
Looks to be an antique Japanese Noh Mask. Approximately 11" in length and 8 inches wide. Materials used seem to be a mixture of metals. It has weight to it. Approximately, 4 to 6lbs. It appears to be unsigned but It looks to have the numbers 1826 on the inside. (See pictures) Possibly the date. It is very well done and detailed.
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Dear David,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry. I sincerely apologies for the delay with the apprisal.
The presented object appears to be Okina, Noh Mask of an Old Man made out of cast iron. Noh masks are usually made out of wood but there are masks known which were made out of cast metal like this piece. This piece was probably made in the 19th or more possible 20th century. The number which is highly possible a model number is a hint that this piece was made as a decorative object and not intended to be worn during a Noh play.
This piece is in medium condition and there is no serious damage visible in the images provided.
A fair market estimation would be between 50 to 100 USD.
This estimate is based on actual recent past recorded auction sales of comparable items. Retail "asking prices" can be higher and may vary.
With kind regards,
Georg
Thanks for your input Georg.
Hiwever, Upon further research and study on my part it turns out to be an porcelain gigaku kotokaratu heishitori mask. Probably late 19th century.
Scanlon auction house just sold an exact copy.
Thanks again, David
Thanks for your input Georg.
However, Upon further research and study on my part it turns out to be an porcelain gigaku kotokaratu heishitori mask. Probably late 19th century.
Scanlon auction house just sold an exact copy.
Thanks again, David
Dear David,
Thank you for your message. You could test this easily if the material is magnetic.
All the best,
Georg
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