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December 11, 2009

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LOT 70

Lot 70

Wood Noh Mask of Ko-omote, 19th Century

Wood Noh Mask of Ko-omote, 19th Century
Lot 70 Details
Wood Noh Mask of Ko-omote, 19th Century

The polychromed ‘small-face’ mask with full lips, small eyes and calm expression.
height 7.9" — 20 cm.
incised signature

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $660
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Lot Report

Note:

The Ko-omote mask usually depicts a woman who is becoming of age, but still has the carefree nature of a girl. Her features are the embodiment of classical Heian Period (794-1185) beauty including plucked eyebrows, blackened teeth, and tightly groomed hair

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

Note: Condition ratings and condition details are the subjective opinions of our specialists and should be used as a guide only. Waddington’s uses due care when preparing condition details, however, our staff are not professional restorers or conservators. Condition details and reports are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the buyer’s terms and conditions of sale. In all cases the prospective purchaser is responsible for inspecting the property themselves prior to placing a bid.