Monkey Mask for the Kyōgen Play "Hakuzōsu"

Takehara Chikkō (Japan, active late 19th-mid-20th century)

Japan, early 20th century

Wood

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

A carved wooden mask depicts a monkey's face with closed eyes and a downturned mouth. The mask is a light brown color and has a smooth finish. Raymond and Frances Bushell Collection (M.91.250.2)