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Mikazuki (male deity) Nō mask. 16th century Japan. Japanese cypress, colors, and brass (lemmy.world)

submitted 1 month ago by setsneedtofeed@lemmy.world to c/historyartifacts@piefed.social

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Mikazuki masks were used by actors portraying vengeful spirits in need of appeasement. The masks' characteristic features include an ocher complexion, a wide mustache, and eyes fashioned with gilded brass rings, with the whites painted red. The wide eyes and bared teeth give the mask a frightening expression, and the glint of light off the eyes during a performance must have added to its terror.

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[–] PugJesus@piefed.social 2 points 1 month ago (1 children)

Who's on first?

[–] Semi_Hemi_Demigod@lemmy.world 2 points 1 month ago

*Whomst on first