Lacquered wood Netsuke representing a hannya demon (kijo) woman mask in the spirit of nō theater masks.
A unique example, expressive and technically very well executed.
Note the wear of the lacquer layers as if the mask had been worn.
Red lacquered reverse.
Unsigned.
Late Edo, early Meiji 19th c.
Perfect condition.
Dim. 5,9cm.
Provenance: former Italian netsuke collection.
