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Large, Impressive Japanese Parade Float Mask of a Lion browse these categories for related items... Directory: Antiques: Regional Art: Asian: Japanese: Sculpture: Pre 1900: item # 626910 Please refer to our stock # R25 when inquiring.
Japanese Art Site 269 11th Avenue, by appointment only New York, New York 917-675-1369 Guest Book SOLD |
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| Spectacular Early Meiji Period (circa 1880) Japanese Lion Mask used on the head of a float for the Gion Festival. This huge mask is an arresting image to behold. This fabulous carving is heavily lacquered in red, black and gold. The head can be raised to show his open mouth, creating a very impressive and imposing presence to behold. 38 inches (96.5 cm)w x 25 inches (63.5 cm)h x 24 inches (61 cm)d. From a widely renowned and published collection that has been exhibited at the Metropolitan Museum and Japan Society. | ||
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