Bugaku Mask (Sanju), Heian period (794–1185), 12th century, Japan, Wood, H. 8 1/8 in. ( cm); W. 6 1/4 in. ( cm); D. 5 1

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Bugaku Mask (Sanju), Heian period (794–1185), 12th century, Japan, Wood, H. 8 1/8 in. ( cm); W. 6 1/4 in. ( cm); D. 5 1/4 in. ( cm), Masks, Representing one of twenty standard characters that appear in Bugaku dance performance, this mask is a fine example of the exaggerated realism that captures a symbolic emotion or expression for dramatic stage effect

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Size: 3481px × 4184px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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