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A group of three wood mask netsuke.

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles Start Price:1,000.00 USD Estimated At:2,000.00 - 2,500.00 USD
A group of three wood mask netsuke.
The first, late 18th century, a Bugaku Mask of the korobase type representing the fanciful head of a bird, bar attachment at the back. 1 7/8in (4.9cm). The second, an Oni-gawara, a roof-end tile used to ward off evil spirits, the scroll at the base of the tile is carved front and back with an ishime pattern. 1 1/2in (3.7cm). The third, a boxwood mask of a one-horned Oni, the pupils pierced through, bar attachment at the back, nicely stained and lightly worn. 1 5/8in (4.3cm).