Japanese Signed Oni Mask in Yakisugi Frame Antique Handcrafted Art Japan Auction
Japanese Signed Oni Mask in Yakisugi Frame Antique Handcrafted Art Japan Auction
This is an authentic 1960s Japanese Oni mask, beautifully displayed in a handcrafted yakisugi (burnt cedar) wooden frame. The piece is artist-signed, adding provenance and collectible value, and it was sourced directly from a Japan Government Auction, ensuring its authenticity and unique origin.
The mask features bold, expressive carving and painting, with dramatic eyes, fierce eyebrows, and a long natural-fiber beard. Oni masks are traditionally used in festivals, dance, theater, and rituals to ward off evil, attract good fortune, and embody powerful protective spirits.
The yakisugi frame — a traditional Japanese charred-wood technique — enhances the visual impact while preserving the mask safely for display. This combination of mask and frame makes it a striking statement piece for any home, studio, or collection of Japanese art.
🧾 Key Details
Era: 1960s (Showa period)
Type: Traditional Japanese Oni Mask
Material: Hand-painted hardwood mask with natural-fiber beard
Frame: Yakisugi (burnt cedar) wooden frame
Signature: Artist-signed on backing
Origin: Japan Government Auction
Condition: Vintage, light age wear expected
Display: Ready to hang or stand as shown
A powerful and visually stunning piece perfect for collectors of Japanese masks, folk art, oni/ogre symbolism, and vintage Showa-era cultural works.
✅ Highlights
✅ Authentic 1960s Japanese Oni mask
✅ Artist-signed with traditional details
✅ Displayed in yakisugi charred-wood frame
✅ Sourced from Japan Government Auction
✅ Dramatic hand-painted features & natural beard
✅ Rare collectible Showa-era folk art
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