Mask
Artist
Deme Uman
(Japanese)
Place of OriginJapan
Dateapprox. 1800-1900
MaterialsIvory
DimensionsW. 4.2 cm x L. 4.6 cm
Credit LineThe Avery Brundage Collection
Object numberB70Y487
DepartmentJapanese Art
ClassificationsDecorative Arts
On View
Not on viewOni are goblins who appear frequently in Japanese folklore. In Kyogen and other theatrical performances, actors wearing such masks often portray evil in a comical way.
1800-1950
approx. 1835-1875
approx. 1800-1850
approx. 1940-1970
approx. 1800-1900
approx. 1825-1875