A Kyogen theater mask depicting a demon, carved from wood and lacquered. This “Buaku” mask is a Kyogen version of the character Beshimi, which originated in…

A Kyogen theater mask depicting a demon, carved from wood and lacquered. This “Buaku” mask is a Kyogen version of the character Beshimi, which originated in Noh theater. Kyogen consisted of short sketches performed between acts to lighten the mood. This mask, with its strongly contorted expression, features particularly meticulous carving. Japan, Edo period (1600–1868) Damage in the lower left corner, repaired with a patch

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