Japanese Dry lacquer Demon Noh Mask Kyogen Kagura Beshimi MSK489 Porcelain tanuki is known for its

tanuki is known for its mischievous nature and magical powers

Size (Frame dimensions) Height: 28

A fine example of modern Japanese printmaking that bridges traditional Buddhist iconography with contemporary expression

The wooden box shows cracks and wormholes due to age

Late Edo Period – BRKW141

Japanese Dry lacquer Demon Noh Mask Kyogen Kagura Beshimi MSK489 Porcelain tanuki is known for itsBeshimi Dry lucqeur Noh mask. This piece is crafted using the traditional kanshitsu (dry lacquer) technique. Kanshitsu, which uses lacquer as a primary material, is a technique that was widely used during the Tenpyo period (710794) to create Buddhist statues and gigaku masks. Compared to wood carving, the dry lacquer technique offers an organic feel and a warm texture, which perfectly matches the character of this piece. The facial expression is also