THE ART · HISTORY · COLLECTION
The Living Artof Noh Masks
Explore the artistry, history and living tradition of Japanese Noh masks.
COLLECTION STUDY Waka-onna 若女 In the manner of Nagasawa Ujiharu · 長澤氏春風
THE COLLECTION
Masks to understand.
Works to collect.
Every Noh mask carries a distinct character, expression and history. Each available mask is presented through detailed photography, dimensions and contextual documentation—so it can be understood before it is acquired.
Detailed photography
Individual documentation
Cultural context
MAKER STUDY · NAGASAWA UJIHARU
A mask with
an author.
This Kantan-otoko was made by Nagasawa Ujiharu. Seen closely, it reveals more than a character type: the individual decisions of its maker—the planes around the eyes, the tension of the mouth, the treatment of the surface and the balance of the hollowed form.
- Mask type
- Kantan-otoko
- Maker
- Nagasawa Ujiharu · 長澤氏春
- Collection
- Private collection
MAKER STUDY 01 Kantan-otoko Nagasawa Ujiharu · 長澤氏春
THE KNOWLEDGE BASE
Three ways into
the world of
Noh masks.
From theatrical character and expression to carving, materials and preservation, follow the subject that interests you most.
SELECTED FROM THE COLLECTION
Available works,
chosen with care.
A changing selection of Noh masks, presented individually through detailed photography and contextual documentation.
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The selection changes as masks enter and leave the collection.