Photo © The Israel Museum, Jerusalem |
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Noh mask of an old woman (uba) 18th century Japan Polychrome pigment and gesso over wood H: 21; W: 14 cm Anonymous gift Accession number: B55.12.0946 |
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The gray hair, lines, and furrows on the face of this mask show that the old woman has experienced a great deal during her life. Exhibition: Many Faces: Masks from Many Times and Many Places, Beningson Gallery, Ruth Youth Wing, 08/04/2009 - 01/12/2009 Digital presentation of this object was made possible by: The Ridgefield Foundation, New York, in memory of Henry J. and Erna D. Leir |
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