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A boxwood netsuke of a Noh mask.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:600.00 USD Estimated At:1,200.00 - 1,500.00 USD
A boxwood netsuke of a Noh mask.
By Hogen Rakumin (Tsuchiura, 1804-1877), Tokyo, Mid 19th century. , Mid 19th century. Mask of Shojo, the hair, eyebrows and lips painted with red lacquer. The lips are parted in a half smile to reveal the teeth and the opening is carved through to the back. The eyes appear to be inlaid. Signed on the back above the bar, Ho Hogen, with the kakihan of Rakumin. 1 5/8in (4.1cm).