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Noh Masks Basic Techniques for Carving and Patterns Hori Yasue-mon Japanese Book

$ 35.9

  • Author: Hori Yasuemon
  • Book Title: Carving Noh Masks
  • Country/Region of Manufacture: Japan
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Genre: Art & Culture
  • ISBN: 9784473034656
  • Item Height: 12 in
  • Item Length: 9 in
  • Item Weight: 933g
  • Item Width: 1 in
  • Language: Japanese
  • Original Language: Japanese
  • Publication Year: 2008
  • Publisher: Tankosha
  • Seller Notes: “Excellent”
  • Topic: Noh Masks
  • gtin13: 9784473034656

Description

Noh Masks Basic Techniques for Carving and Patterns Hori Yasue-mon Japanese Book Description About This Items A book that conveys the techniques of Noh mask artisan Hori Yasue-mon , renowned as a master of contemporary mask carving. The foreword is written by Kanze Kiyokazu , the head of the Kanze school, and the book introduces Hori’s recent works, focusing on the creative mask Empress Jingū , which was commissioned by the Kanze family. The technical process is demonstrated in detail using the female mask Setsugetsuzō Matsukaze as a model, while the secret techniques of coloring are revealed through the creation of Empress Jingū . Additionally, the book explores the origins of the Hannya mask by tracing it to the Doroja mask. It also unveils previously unseen techniques for demon masks and includes five pattern templates as an appendix. Condition Like New` Excellent Shipping We always send the item with a tracking number. So please place an order without any concern on delivery. You can always track the delivery status. Shipping is only available to the address registered in eBay. If you want us to send another address, please change your address on eBay and then place an order. Shipping is available from Monday to Friday. Weekends are not available because freight (shipping) companies are closed. We do not mark merchandise values below value or mark items as “gifts” – Japan, US and International government regulations prohibit such behavior. If your address is classified by the shipping company as being in a remote area, you will be required to pay additional shipping fees. About Importer's Obligation Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer's responsibility. Please check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding or buying. Thank you for your understanding.