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"Nuo" Theater Mask of God Kailu, China, Early 19th C. browse these categories for related items... All Items: Antiques:Regional Art:Asian:Chinese:Folk Art: Pre 1837 VR: item # 601373 Please refer to our stock # 1-0382 when inquiring.
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| Superbly carved mask representing God Kailu, with a fierce expression, two small horns and a central one, pierced through bulging eyes, large ears and nose, open mouth showing teeth, fangs and tongue. Wood, with traces of superimposed polychrome pigments. China, early 19th century, probably earlier. Height: 10 3/4" (27 cm). The mask is nicely mounted on a custom metal stand. Erosion all over, a few chips, otherwise very good condition. Note: God Kailu, "the god who opens the road, or the five roads", belongs to an ancient Chinese mythology, and was revered mostly by peoples living in South East China. His mask was worn by actors/dancers during "Nuo" theater shows in village festivals. | ||||||||||||
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