Artur DrogaMiecza

Rare collection of 6 Noh wooden masks. The mask is made of wood and covered with probably Sea shells, Tonoko or Uchiko + Urushi or rabbit glue or other). The masks were used on stage; there are chips near the string holes and marks on the wood - inside - from being worn (abrasions and darkening from contact with the actor's face). Very nice, Japanese original, old, items. Price for 6 pieces. Detailed descriptions on each items page (click on the photo). Bm917502 $899,- (6 pieces) 1. Probably Deigan （泥眼）mask, Category: Onryo Mask expressing spite toward a man who has lost love for the deigan. The name deigan, or “golden eyes,” derives from the gold flakes (dei) that form the pigment used around the eyes. The gold pigment appears to sparkle like tears, representing the inner struggle of the character. The deigan mask is characterized by its unfolded eyelids, and the weeping expression is not seen in any of the onna-men. The deigan mask is said to traditionally have been used to represent heavenly roles such as Buddha and is worn by the atojite acting as ryū-nyo to play the role of ama, or female fishermen who have attained enlightenment. (source: the-noh.com) Height is 20 cm, fit to the face. 2. Probably NIO mask. Niō (Japanese: 仁王) or Kongōrikishi (Japanese: 金剛力士); Chinese: 哼哈二将 Hēng Hā Ėr Jiàng – in Far Eastern Buddhism, menacing guardian figures (divine kings or generals) standing on either side of the entrance gate to temples, called Niō-mon (仁王門) in Japan. The figure on the right side of the gate (standing in front of it) is called Misshaku Kongō (密迹金剛) or Agyō (阿形). His mouth is open, which is supposed to represent the first letter "a" (अ) in the Devanagari alphabet. The guardian on the left is called Naraen Kongō (那羅延金剛) or Ungyō (吽形) and has his mouth closed, symbolizing the last letter hūṃ (हूँ). Together they are a symbol of birth and death, the beginning and end of all things, roughly corresponding to the alpha and omega in Western traditions. (source: wikipedia). (height 21 cm - fit to the face) 3. I'm not sure about the name of this character. It looks very similar to the Koushi-jō mask I presented earlier. There is a slight difference between them, as the current one has hair. (height 20 cm - fit to the face) 4. Hannya (般若) mask, The expression of this mask is a fusion of jealousy, grudge, sorrow, and grief of women. It has a demonic appearance with two horns, knitting her brows and stiffening her cheeks. There are two views about the origin of its name Hannya; one is that a monk from Nara Hannya-bō translated the creation of this type into art, and the other is that making the masks of demons required the mask maker to have the wisdom which opens people's eyes to the reality of things, and the wisdom was called Hannya in Buddhism. (source: the-noh.com) (height 20 cm - fit to the face) 5. This is probably: Kumasaka Mask (熊坂), Otoko. Mask of Chōhan Kumasaka, a famous thief of the Heian era. The Kumasaka mask is also referred to as chōreibeshimi. The large, bright eyes that seem to look about vigilantly portray a strong sense of caution. The large and powerful nose and mouth give the impression that this is the leader of a band of robbers. Yet the kumasaka also projects and overall air of foolishness and invokes a sense of pity for having been beaten by Ushiwakamaru. The kumasaka mask is also said to be used by the ato-shite of Tsuchigumo. (source:_www.the-noh.com_) Height is 20 cm, fit to the face. 6. This is probably Koushi-jō mask（小牛尉), Jō. This type of mask takes its name from its creator, Koushi, a mask maker who was a near-contemporary of Zeami. It has the most dignified appearance among variants of Jō-men, but the features are tense, with a hairless moustache engraved below the nose and only the upper teeth showing. The mask is worn by leading actors playing old men who are incarnations of deities in Waki-nō (god plays), such as Takasago Yōrō or Yumiyawata. The dignity of the characters is also reflected in their clothing, such as kimonos with small cross-stripes, white broad hakama trousers, or thin mizugoromo coats with wide sleeves. This mask is sometimes referred to as Ko-jō. There are two main views about the origin of the alternative name: one is that it is an abbreviation of Koushi-jō; the other is that the Hakushiki-jō used in Okina is known as Dai-jō (great Jō mask), and the mask used in Takasago is known as Ko-jō (lesser Jō mask). (source: www.the-noh.com) (height 20 cm - fit to the face) my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Rare collection of 6 Noh wooden masks. The mask is made of wood and covered with probably Sea shells, Tonoko or Uchiko + Urushi or rabbit glue or other). The masks were used on stage; there are chips near the string holes and marks on the wood - inside - from being worn (abrasions and darkening from contact with the actor's face). Very nice, Japanese original, old, items. Price for 6 pieces. Detailed descriptions on each items page (click on the photo). Bm917502 1. Probably Deigan （泥眼）mask, Category: Onryo Mask expressing spite toward a man who has lost love for the deigan. The name deigan, or “golden eyes,” derives from the gold flakes (dei) that form the pigment used around the eyes. The gold pigment appears to sparkle like tears, representing the inner struggle of the character. The deigan mask is characterized by its unfolded eyelids, and the weeping expression is not seen in any of the onna-men. The deigan mask is said to traditionally have been used to represent heavenly roles such as Buddha and is worn by the atojite acting as ryū-nyo to play the role of ama, or female fishermen who have attained enlightenment. (source: the-noh.com) Height is 20 cm, fit to the face. 2. Probably NIO mask. Niō (Japanese: 仁王) or Kongōrikishi (Japanese: 金剛力士); Chinese: 哼哈二将 Hēng Hā Ėr Jiàng – in Far Eastern Buddhism, menacing guardian figures (divine kings or generals) standing on either side of the entrance gate to temples, called Niō-mon (仁王門) in Japan. The figure on the right side of the gate (standing in front of it) is called Misshaku Kongō (密迹金剛) or Agyō (阿形). His mouth is open, which is supposed to represent the first letter "a" (अ) in the Devanagari alphabet. The guardian on the left is called Naraen Kongō (那羅延金剛) or Ungyō (吽形) and has his mouth closed, symbolizing the last letter hūṃ (हूँ). Together they are a symbol of birth and death, the beginning and end of all things, roughly corresponding to the alpha and omega in Western traditions. (source: wikipedia). (height 21 cm - fit to the face) 3. I'm not sure about the name of this character. It looks very similar to the Koushi-jō mask I presented earlier. There is a slight difference between them, as the current one has hair. (height 20 cm - fit to the face) 4. Hannya (般若) mask, The expression of this mask is a fusion of jealousy, grudge, sorrow, and grief of women. It has a demonic appearance with two horns, knitting her brows and stiffening her cheeks. There are two views about the origin of its name Hannya; one is that a monk from Nara Hannya-bō translated the creation of this type into art, and the other is that making the masks of demons required the mask maker to have the wisdom which opens people's eyes to the reality of things, and the wisdom was called Hannya in Buddhism. (source: the-noh.com) (height 20 cm - fit to the face) 5. This is probably: Kumasaka Mask (熊坂), Otoko. Mask of Chōhan Kumasaka, a famous thief of the Heian era. The Kumasaka mask is also referred to as chōreibeshimi. The large, bright eyes that seem to look about vigilantly portray a strong sense of caution. The large and powerful nose and mouth give the impression that this is the leader of a band of robbers. Yet the kumasaka also projects and overall air of foolishness and invokes a sense of pity for having been beaten by Ushiwakamaru. The kumasaka mask is also said to be used by the ato-shite of Tsuchigumo. (source:_www.the-noh.com_) Height is 20 cm, fit to the face. 6. This is probably Koushi-jō mask（小牛尉), Jō. This type of mask takes its name from its creator, Koushi, a mask maker who was a near-contemporary of Zeami. It has the most dignified appearance among variants of Jō-men, but the features are tense, with a hairless moustache engraved below the nose and only the upper teeth showing. The mask is worn by leading actors playing old men who are incarnations of deities in Waki-nō (god plays), such as Takasago Yōrō or Yumiyawata. The dignity of the characters is also reflected in their clothing, such as kimonos with small cross-stripes, white broad hakama trousers, or thin mizugoromo coats with wide sleeves. This mask is sometimes referred to as Ko-jō. There are two main views about the origin of the alternative name: one is that it is an abbreviation of Koushi-jō; the other is that the Hakushiki-jō used in Okina is known as Dai-jō (great Jō mask), and the mask used in Takasago is known as Ko-jō (lesser Jō mask). (source:www.the-noh.com), (height 20 cm - fit to the face) my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Fuchi kashira set, Toryumon - rising koi, waves, shakudo + gold. F948037 dimensions: (mm) fuchi: 38 x 25 x 13 kashira: 32 x 18,5 x 9,8 . . $299,- item page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720326672413/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Fuchi kashira set, Toryumon - rising koi, waves, shakudo + gold. F948037 dimensions: (mm) fuchi: 38 x 25 x 13 kashira: 32 x 18,5 x 9,8 . . $299,- item page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720326672413/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Iron tsuba, Higo taste, karakusa + kiri plant decorations, gold and silver nunome, dimensions: 49,6 x 36,9 x 4,5 mm / nakago-ana: 22,2 x 6,7. T577382 . $325,- Item page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720327102313/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Iron tsuba, Higo taste, karakusa + kiri plant decorations, gold and silver nunome, dimensions: 49,6 x 36,9 x 4,5 mm / nakago-ana: 22,2 x 6,7. T577382 . $325,- Item page: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720327102313/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Tsuka, moro tsumami maki, sign. probably: Yasui Takeaki, silk tsukaito 6,5 mm width, total length 13,5 cm, iron fuchi kashira with gold, shakudo, silver inlays, nunome, sea creatures, menuki: sea shells, fuchi: 37,8 x 22,3 x 9,6 kashira: 35 x 18 x 7 nakago-ana 24 x 8 mm, Ts711754 $295,- Please visit the item page for more information: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720308097679/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Tsuka, moro tsumami maki, sign. probably: Yasui Takeaki, silk tsukaito 6,5 mm width, total length 13,5 cm, iron fuchi kashira with gold, shakudo, silver inlays, nunome, sea creatures, menuki: sea shells, fuchi: 37,8 x 22,3 x 9,6 kashira: 35 x 18 x 7 nakago-ana 24 x 8 mm, Ts711754 $295,- Please visit the item page for more information: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72177720308097679/ my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Wakizashi/Tanto antique tsuka 甘玉斉 Kangyokusai - copper fuchi kashira with puppies - carved motif, signed: 甘玉斉 Kangyokusai, - dragon menuki with brass/gold, - leather tsukamaki of tsukagawa, tsumami maki, old, good condition - nice old samegawa with oyatsubu (big node), - imogata shape, 8 hishi, Very nice piece. TX415187 $349,- Please visit the item page for more information: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72157716265514163 my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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Wakizashi/Tanto antique tsuka 甘玉斉 Kangyokusai - copper fuchi kashira with puppies - carved motif, signed: 甘玉斉 Kangyokusai, - dragon menuki with brass/gold, - leather tsukamaki of tsukagawa, tsumami maki, old, good condition - nice old samegawa with oyatsubu (big node), - imogata shape, 8 hishi, Very nice piece. TX415187 $349,- Please visit the item page for more information: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/72157716265514163 my full offer: https://www.flickr.com/photos/artur_drogamiecza/albums/ my social media:
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