UJIHARU NAGASAWA (1912-2003)
JAPANESE NOH MASK OF OKINA, 20TH CENTURY
Auction: 28 February 2018 from 11:00 GMT
£1,250
Description
wood, gesso, paint, impressed seal mark on reverse, with fabric pouch
Dimensions
22cm x 13cm x 6cm
Footnote
Note: In the hierarchy of Noh characters, Okina (old man), is one of the most important masks. It is considered particularly sacred and can be seen as the embodiment of god, bringing longevity and prosperity to families.