Noh Mask Noh Tenjin Komai Tsujinaka Interior Kyogen Art Classical Crafts Traditional 1524

Origin unknown, but carefully stored at home, protected with towels to prevent damage.

Artist: Tomokazu Tsujinaka

Set of 2 masks.
The display stand appears to be for one mask. No rust on the fittings.
It is unclear if the slight discoloration is from the beginning.
There is one area that looks like it was rubbed by the other mask.

Each mask comes with its own cushioned storage bag.

Tenjin:
This mask is said to represent the angry visage of Sugawara no Michizane before he was deified.

Ko-omote (Small Face):
A mask of a young woman (presumably).

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