Javanese Buta Mask from Topeng Dance, ex-Historia

Indonesia, East Java, Dieng, early 20th century CE. A polychrome, hand carved and painted Buta mask from East Java. The term Buta generally refers to a demon in the Topeng dance narrative. These demon

A wonderful old carved wooden performance dance mask from the island of Java, Indonesia. Known as a Topeng, which translates as "Close to the face" This mask at one time would have been accompanied wi

Early Javanese Mask From The Topeng Dance Drama, 19th Century or Earlier {Height 6 3/4 inches, width 5 1/2 inches} Deaccessioned from the Rose Art Museum, Brandeis University, ex Marvin Sadik Collecti

DESCRIPTION: (3 Pc) Indonesian hand painted barong topeng dance drama javanese masks in red blue and yellow hand painted colors. CIRCA: 20th Century. ORIGIN: Indonesia. DIMENSIONS: Approx. H: 10-8 " W

**Originally Listed At $400** Southeast Asia, Indonesia, East Java, ca. early to mid-20th century CE. A hand-carved wooden dance mask painted in dark-red pigment and accentuated with streaks of black

Old Topeng dance mask with great patine - Java - Indonesia 1950's Wood 19 x 15 cm Fine old Javanese theatre mask Indonesia. Theater masks mask symbolizes a different phase of a person's journey from b

A carved wooden dance mask used in dramatic theatre with a highly stylized face, eyes and nose, wonderful old painted designs now faded and a overall classic form. Java, Indonesia. The mask measures 6

An early Javanese hand carved mask, ca. late 19th - early 20th century. Classic Topeng dance mask. Great color, age crazing, wonderful details. Dimensions: 8-1/2" L x 6" W; Weight: 5.4 oz. Provenance:

Javanese Traditional Dance Mask It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performances open with a ser

Javanese Traditional Dance Mask It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performances open with a ser

It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performances open with a series of non-speaking masked chara

Mid-20th Century Javanese traditional dance mask It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performance

Javanese Traditional Dance Mask It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performances open with a ser

Javanese Traditional Dance Mask It is believed that the use of masks is related to the cult of the ancestors, which considered dancers the interpreters of the gods. Topeng performances open with a ser

Latin America, Mexico, Michoacan, ca. 1940 CE. An expressive and beautifully hand-carved and painted Negrito mask from Michoacan, indicative of Mexico's rich Afro-Mexican cultural history. See"Arts an

Mid Century Balinese Java Carved Wood Dance Mask Topeng dance is a type of storytelling or drama dance from Indonesia accompanied with music. Dancers wear masks and bright costumes that represent char

Antique carved wooden theatre mask painted white with black and red accents and a well handled and worn surface indicating years of ceremonial use. Java, Indonesia. The mask measures 8.25 x 5.25 inche

A carved wooden dance mask with precise linear designs and overall classic form, with highly stylized mouth and eyes. The mask has a woven grass headdress / netting still attached and remains of hair

A Highly stylized dance mask with precise linear incised designs accented with black paint and white kaolin clay pigments. The mask has a woven rope netting and traditional "tail" on the back. The mem

A very well used old wooden dance mask featuring a zoomorphic form with tall ears, horns and large grimace, accented with red, white and silver paint on painted black mask. The Mask shows extensive we

A tall carved wooden ceremonial mask with tall animal style horns and contrasting black and white mineral pigments. Fang or related peoples, Gabon, West Africa. The mask has been custom mounted and me

According to Thomas Wheelock, such masks originate in the far eastern area near Boulsa, Burkina Faso and were worn by aggressive dancers who would patrol the ceremonial grounds and keep unruly spectat

According to Thomas Wheelock, such masks originate in the far eastern area near Boulsa, Burkina Faso and were worn by aggressive dancers who would patrol the ceremonial grounds and keep un-ruly specta

A finely carved wooden mask with a highly stylized yet classic face decorated with raised floral motifs as well as detailed raised brow and mustache and coiffure. Early 20th century, Java, Indonesia.