Mountain God Japanese Noh Mask | Yamanokami | Hand Carved Hand Painted Wood | Traditional Theater Reproduction | Museum Source$265.00
Mountain God Japanese Noh Mask | Yamanokami | Hand Carved Hand Painted Wood | Traditional Theater Reproduction | Museum Source
🏔️ Mountain God Noh Mask | Yamanokami | Hand Carved & Hand Painted Wood | Traditional Japanese Theater Reproduction with Goat Hair
This striking Yamanokami mask is a hand-carved and hand-painted replica of a traditional Japanese Noh theater mask, representing the Mountain God (Yama-no-kami), a divine spirit of nature and wilderness in Japanese folklore. Yamanokami is revered in Shinto beliefs as a protector of the mountains, forests, and hunters — often called upon to ensure balance between people and the natural world.
Crafted using traditional methods and finished with natural goat hair, this mask captures the essence of classical Japanese mask-making and theatrical expression. The weathered finish and textured carving emulate the aged elegance of antique ceremonial masks used in historic Noh performances.
🛠 Features:
Medium: Hand-carved wood, hand-painted, with real goat hair
Dimensions (excluding hair): Approx. 9.5″ H x 6.5″ W x 4″ D
Finish: Each mask is hand-finished, with unique variations in paint tone, wood grain, and light weathering to resemble traditional theater use
Note: This is a modern artisan reproduction, not an antique or made by a practicing Noh performer
🎭 Cultural Significance:
In Noh theater, masks like this are worn to portray supernatural beings, deities, and spirits. The Yamanokami mask embodies both reverence and mystery — often appearing in plays related to nature, spiritual conflict, and the unseen forces of the wilderness.
These masks are also associated with seasonal rituals in Japanese mountain villages where people offer prayers to Yamanokami for fertile soil, protection, and safe passage through the wild.
$265.00
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Frequently Asked Questions
All our pieces are designed by us and hand-carved by master artisans in Bali, Indonesia, using sustainable plantation or reclaimed wood.
Our designs are inspired by Pacific Coast Native art traditions but are not tribal artifacts. They are original, respectful reproductions and interpretations, carved by Balinese artisans.
We do not accept custom commissions.. We do offer wholesale pricing for galleries, museums, and retailers. To unlock the link to our wholesale page, please reach out via email – rona@images76.com.
Most orders are shipped within 3–5 business days. Domestic shipping within the U.S. typically takes 5–10 days, while international shipping times may vary.
Absolutely. We use only plantation-grown or reclaimed wood, ensuring that our carvings are eco-conscious and forest-friendly.
Keep your piece out of direct sunlight and away from moisture. A light dusting or occasional wood-safe polish will help preserve its beauty.
Keep your piece out of direct sunlight and away from moisture. A light dusting or occasional wood-safe polish will help preserve its beauty. If you’ve chosen a mask with horse hair or goat hair, and the hair has compressed in shipping, simply comb the hair. in extreme cases, use hairspray and a comb to restore the shape of the hair.