The Kura - Japanese Art Treasures

Robert Mangold has been working with Japanese antiques since 1995 with an emphasis on ceramics, Paintings, Armour and Buddhist furniture.
Onna Noh Mask named “UBA” which means an old woman.

Onna Noh Mask named “UBA” which means an old woman.


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Directory: Artists: Folk Art: Pre 1950: Item # 1497693

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The Kura
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A Noh mask representing a dignified old woman. Carved wood covered with Gofun and mineral pigments, 20th century. It is 20.8 x 13.8 cm and in overall fine condition bearing the carvers seal in the back. There are many forms of this type of mask, however, all share the wrinkled and bony features of a woman grown old gracefully. The sunken eyes look down, being carved as a slightly curved slit. The serenity of the face reflects a divine nature that has only temporarily taken on the form of an old woman, such as the spirit of the old wife-goddess in Kuzu. Uba is used generally for non-dancing roles.