Antique, Edo-Era (1603-1868), Wooden, Japanese, Mask w/Brass, Patina, "Netsuke" - $965 - (Freeport, ME)

Early Edo Era Mask... (1603 and 1868)I affectionately call these "Decorative Netsukes"... their bigger than an official netsuke, but with all the same charm.Meant to be decorative in nature at 4.60L inches x 3.25W inchesIts old.. even though its only meant to be hung and decorative, its been handled enough over its many years, to gain a lovely, rich, patinaLoss of its hair over the yearsHigh quality item with master craftsmanship... the eyes are inlaid with metal (brass).Tall, elongated ears are indicative of this period's style markers

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