Monkey Mask for the Kyōgen Play "Hakuzōsu"

Kimura Ryūmin (Japan, active mid- to late 19th century)

Japan, mid- to late 19th century

Wood

Los Angeles County Museum of Art

A carved wooden mask depicts a monkey's face with exaggerated features, including deep-set eyes, wrinkled brow, and a wide, grinning mouth. The mask is presented against a neutral, gradient background. Raymond and Frances Bushell Collection (M.91.250.378)