Vintage Hand-Carved Indonesian Wooden Mask Balinese Tribal Folk Art Decor

Description

View Vintage Hand-Carved Indonesian Wooden Mask Balinese Tribal Folk Art Decor with current marketplace pricing, condition, product images and item details. Carved from wood and hand-painted, it features etched black hair, a pronounced nose, incised brow accents, and a reddish-brown headband. • Style: Folk art / Theater mask / Tengu-inspired. It may be related to Southeast Asian or Himalayan folk art styles as well, depending on its regional origin. This expressive wooden mask appears to be inspired by traditional Japanese folk or theatrical masks, possibly representing a smiling Tengu or another long-nosed trickster/spirit figure. Carved from wood and hand-painted, it features etched black hair, a pronounced nose, incised brow accents, and a reddish-brown headband. The back shows significant wear and pigment loss, with a visible rope strung for hanging. It may be related to Southeast Asian or Himalayan folk art styles as well, depending on its regional origin. Unlike more menacing Tengu masks, this version shows a broad smile, suggesting a jovial or comedic character (common in folk theater or festival masks). Details: • Material: Wood, hand-carved and painted • Style: Folk art / Theater mask / Tengu-inspired • Finish: Glossy varnish with worn red and black pigments • Hanging rope included • Condition: Good vintage condition with visible age wear, paint chipping, and interior cracking Condition: Used. Category: Collectibles › Cultures & Ethnicities › African › 1900-Now › Masks.

Provenance

Ownership History Not Available

Culture

African

Handmade

Yes