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Noh Mask - Sankōjō

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February 3, 2026 at 10:08 PM
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NOH MASK - SANKÓJÕ
carved Japanese cypress wood, pigment
Japan
Edo period, 18th century

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A Noh theater mask of a venerable old man, depicting Sankõjo. Carved from Japanese cypress (hinoki), it is characterized by its wrinkled face and accentuated features, which reveal subtle emotional nuances depending on angle and light. Used to portray elderly characters imbued with wisdom and solemnity, this mask exemplifies the expressive depth and spiritual dimension of classical Japanese theater.
November 19, 2025 at 4:46 PM