Kashira with Yamabushi Tengu Mask

19th century (?) (Edo-Meiji) L: 1 5/16 in. (3.3 cm) Citation Source image

This mask is that of a "tengu" dressed as a yamabushi mountain monk. "Tengu" are mischievous creatures who live in the forest and mountains, and are well known as warriors.

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7134
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William T. / Henry Walters Collection, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
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en
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