A KYOGEN THEATER MASK OF AN ANGRY TENGU 天狗 Japan, Showa period A lacquered wooden mask with brass eyes. H: 21 cm - w: 17 cm Provenance: A large collection of 100+ Japanese woodblock prints, properties from a French collector. Note: Tengu are a type of legendary creature found in Japanese folk religion. They are considered a type of yokai (supernatural beings) or Shinto kami (gods). The tengu were originally thought to take the forms of birds of prey and monkey deity, they are traditionally depicted with human, monkey and avian characteristics. NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.