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Description
I got this at an estate sale.
The company running the estate sale mentioned that it is a match stick holder for hanging above an old gas stove.
I found a business card and tag inside of it when I got it. (see pictures) The business card is for Granville Antiques out of Granville OH, which hasnt been in business for a long time. On the back of the card it states..."Japanese Demon Mask, Tengu, Bronze with gold eyes and tongue". The tag (also pictured) states "Demon Mask Bronze/gold, "No" theatre mask, Japanese $300.-)
Can bronze be enameled as it is a reddish color.
The mask is 5" tall and 3 3/4" wide. It is 5" from front to back. It has a hole punched in each ear for hanging and also has one rectangle hole in the back.
There appears to be some wear on the back which shows a bit of the metal under the enamel.
Category
Asian Art
Medium
Bronze?
Distinguishing marks
None
Condition
Excellent
Size and dimensions of this item
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Date Period
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History
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Re: Bronze Tengu mask from Japan
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