A Theatre Mask, Japanese Noh drama, 16th century, laquered wood, for the character Mambi (Beautiful Eyebrows). Inscription relating to the maker, Sumi No Bo.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Theatre Mask, 1500–1600
Date supported
1953
Medium and material
Laquered wood
Grant
22
Total cost
22
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