Javanese 'Wayang Topeng", Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mask from Java depicts a mythical creature which would have been used in ‘Wayang Topeng’ dance performances.
Wood
Javanese 'Wayang Topeng", Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mask from Java depicts a mythical creature which would have been used in ‘Wayang Topeng’ dance performances.
Wood
Unavailable
H 9 in W 6 in D 4 in
Rare and Important Mask Ancient Java Indonesia Awesome Patina and Provenance
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A very scarce and very old mask, with open mouth, eyes and fangs. From the Dieng Plateau area, Central Java, Indonesia, 19th century, possibly 18th century.
Wood
Sold
H 3.55 in W 4.73 in D 3.15 in
Set of 3 Hand-Carved Wood Madura Island Ceremonial Masks, Indonesia, c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
The island of Madura is situated off the north-eastern coast of Java. This mask features a mix of red, white & black polychrome.
Wood
Sold
H 9 in W 7.5 in D 5 in
Javanese Dance Mask Yogyakarta Kraton Indonesian Court Art King Father of Panji
Located in Santa Fe, NM
A tour-de-force of carving in chocolate brown hardwood. This is a face mask worn in dances at the royal compound (kraton) in Yogyakarta, Java, Indonesia.
Hardwood
$514 / set
H 7.49 in Dm 7.88 in
Kumba Karna Masks, Wood, Tribal Folk Art, Indonesian, Mid-20th Century
Located in Roma, IT
These Kumba Karna Masks are tribal decorative objects realized in the Indonesian island of Bali, during the second half of the 20th century. Dimensions: cm 19 x 20. Traditional...
Wood
Ceremonial Dance Mask from San Francisco Ozomatlan, Guerrero, Mexico 1970's
Located in San Miguel de Allende, Guanajuato
Ceremonial dance mask from San Francisco Ozomatlan, Guerrero 1970's. This rare mask is from a Nahua / Totonaca indigenous community
Leather, Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century Balinese Barong Wood Carved Ornament
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A Balinese "Barong" carving darting to the early 20th century. This piece features red polychrome and wood carved detailing. The Barong is a Balinese spirit guardian resembling a lio...
Wood
$2,250
H 7 in W 5.5 in
"Indonesian Mask with Dark Face and Gold Accents, " Painted Wood 19th Century
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This mask, created by an unknown Indonesian artist, features dark sin, gold and red eyes, teeth, and hair. It is approximately 7" tall by 5 1/2" wide.
Wood, Paint, Panel
$645
H 22.05 in W 11.82 in D 0.02 in
Indonesian 'Wayang Kulit" Shadow Puppet, Java, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This flat shadow puppet was crafted on the island of Java by a puppet artist using buffalo hide and mounted on bamboo sticks. It features movable arms, controlled by outer bamboo rod...
Leather, Wood
$2,250
H 7 in W 6 in D 3 in
"Indonesian, Half Mask with Slanted Eyes, " Carved from Wood & Painted 19th Cen.
Located in Milwaukee, WI
This wooden half mask features slanted eyes and a deep black/olive color. It was created by an unknown Indonesian artist and is approximately 7" high by 6" wide.
Wood, Paint
$3,950
H 8 in W 6.5 in D 3 in
Nepal Citipati Wood Dance Mask with Open Eyes Mouth Teeth, Black Skull Mask
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Oval very dark wood dance mask from Nepal with powerful expression, open eyes and oval mouth with finely carved teeth. Heavy projecting cheek bones. This mask represents the Tibetan...
Wood
Hand-Carved Wood Borneo Dayak Tribe Mask, Indonesia c. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This hand-carved wooden mask is from Central Kalimantan on the island of Borneo. It features bulging eyes and a mouth emphasised by a full set of teeth and small nose. These masks we...
Wood
$1,550
H 7.09 in W 5.91 in D 5.52 in
Javanese Hand-Crafted Wayang Topeng Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. This mask features a beige and white polychrome finish with hints of original red lips an...
Wood
$1,480
H 48 in W 20 in D 1.5 in
Tall Antique Sumatra Hand-Carved Wood Batak Temple Mask from the 20th Century
Located in Yonkers, NY
An antique Batak temple mask hand-carved of wood from the 20th century. This tall mask was hand-carved of wood in Sumatra, Indonesia. The mask adopts an abstract diamond shape with a...
Wood
$600
H 16.93 in W 10.24 in D 0.79 in
Wayang Puppet Wood Carving Set, Java, Indonesia, Mid-20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This wood carving set depicts mythical characters that are popular amid "Wayang" puppet shows. "Wayang" is a type of shadow puppet show originating from the island of Java, Indonesia...
Wood, Paint
$886
H 14.18 in Dm 5.91 in L 14.18 in
Sculptural Ceremonial Mask, Dan-Kran Tradition, Liberia Côte d'Ivoire
Located in Nottingham, GB
This striking Dan-Kran Kagle mask, originating from Liberia or neighbouring Côte d'Ivoire, exemplifies the powerful sculptural traditions of the Dan peoples of West Africa. Carved fr...
Wood
Late 19th-Early 20th Century Tribal Mask, West Nepal
Located in Point Richmond, CA
Late 19th-early 20th century Tribal mask, West Nepal A mask from West Nepal with slanted almond shaped eyes, very small ears and an oval mouth showing carved upper and lower teeth o...
Wood
$1,345
H 10.24 in W 6.7 in D 5.52 in
20th Century Hand-Carved Wood Javanese ‘Wayang Topeng’ Theatre Mask, Indonesia
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. This mask features a black and green polychrome finish on its face with burgundy lips and...
Wood
$1,450
H 7.09 in W 5.52 in D 3.15 in
Javanese Hand-Crafted Wayang Topeng Theatre Mask, Indonesia, Early 20th Century
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This early 20th century ‘Wayang topeng’ mask was used in Javanese masked dance performances. Measures: Height with stand 47cm; Height 18cm x Width 14cm x Depth 8cm.
Wood
19th-century Chinese Nuo Ritual Mask
Located in Santa Barbara, CA
This antique Chinese Nuo ritual mask is a compelling example of traditional hand-carved wood folk art, believed to date to the 19th century during the Qing Dynasty. Sculpted from sol...
Pine
Antique Mexican Diablo Mask
Located in Mexico City, CDMX
We offer this rare and very antique Mexican Diablo mask in wood, circa 1940. Great patina.
Wood
Sculptural Side Table Solid Mango Wood, Burnt Finish
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural round side table. Its rich black pigment was achieved through burning the wood three times. Its neutral pigment and subtle wood texture makes it perfect for ...
Wood, Fruitwood
Japanese Low Table, Wabi-sabi, 1920s, Japan
Located in Tokyo, Tokyo
The antique low table, that was crafted from old Japanese wood. The top panel has been roughly shaved and showcases various marks and scratches that tell a story of its history. It...
Wood
$511
H 56.7 in W 31.5 in D 3.94 in
Vintage Japanese Kimono Rack Stand, Wood, Torii Style, 20th Century
Located in Linkebeek, BE
Vintage Japanese Kimono Rack Stand - Japan kimono Torii - Vintage - Japan - Wood Measures : 80cm - H: 144cm Material : Wood Wear consistent with age and use
Wood
$1,400
H 30.71 in W 21.26 in D 0.02 in
Rare Ikat Textile from Timor Stunning Tribal Motifs & Colors, Indonesia c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This mid-20th century ikat textile from Timor Island, Indonesia is a striking example of traditional Indonesian weaving, created in a tubular form and originally worn as a waist coat...
Yarn
$1,840Sale Price|20% Off
H 31.89 in W 75.99 in D 0.6 in
Antique Javanese Teak Wood Panel Wayang Mythology c. 1920
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This exquisite antique teak wood panel hails from the culturally rich island of Java, Indonesia, and features a meticulously hand-carved and hand-painted depiction of a Wayang scene ...
Teak, Paint
$66,282
H 29.14 in W 23.04 in D 0.04 in
Untitled - Expression no. 2 - Screen Print After Jackson Pollock - 1964
By Jackson Pollock
Located in Roma, IT
JACKSON POLLOCK (American, 1912-1956) Untitled, CR1093 (after painting Number 9, CR340), 1951–printed 1964 Screenprint, on Strathmore wove paper, numbered in pencil lower left, and...
Screen
$500
H 6.78 in Dm 7.56 in
Japanese Antique Ceramic Mizusashi Water Jar 19th century, Japandi Wabi-Sabi
Located in Chiba, Chiba
A Japanese antique ceramic mizusashi, traditionally used as a water jar in the tea ceremony. The vessel carries a compelling balance between the raw presence of clay and a calm, time...
Ceramic, Wood
$2,400
H 70.87 in W 40.16 in D 0.02 in
Ikat Textile from Toraja Tribe of Sulawesi with Stunning Tribal Motifs C. 1900
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A very large Irate Textile from the Toraja tribes of Sulawesi, Indonesia. The Toraja tribes people are an ethnic and cultural group of people who occupy the mountainous highlands of ...
Yarn
$579
H 102.37 in W 43.31 in D 0.4 in
Vintage Ikat Cloth Wall hanging Indonesia Asian Textiles Home Decor
Located in London, GB
A fine Antique woven Ikat cloth on the island of Sumba in Indonesia made using hand spun natural dyed cotton yarn. Comprising of 2 panels sewn together to form a larger cloth a tec...
Cotton
Solid Iron Wood Pedestal with Stunning Wood Texture
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
An incredibly heavy and solid iron wood pedestal sourced from Kalimantan, Indonesia. This lovely sculptural object was crafted from a solid block of wood. A raw and organic object wi...
Wood
$2,400
H 103.15 in W 45.28 in D 0.02 in
Ikat Textile from Sumba Stunning Tribal Motifs & Colors, Indonesia c. 1950
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This ikat textile from Sumba, Indonesia is a striking example of the island’s rich weaving tradition, celebrated for its bold narrative imagery and ceremonial importance. Handwoven u...
Yarn
$2,495
H 17.5 in W 14 in D 2.5 in
Yupik Yup'ik Native American Alaska Carved Polychrome Wood Anthropomorphic Mask
Located in Studio City, CA
A fantastic and somewhat grotesquely strange mask by the Yup'ik (Yupik) aboriginal, indigenous people of South-Western & South Central Alaska. The Yup'ik people, who are related to t...
Natural Fiber, Wood, Paint
Very Important “Nwantantay” African Dance Mask
Located in San Pedro Garza Garcia, Nuevo Leon
Very important “Nwantamtay” dance African mask, consisting of three sections: The upper in plain rectangular shape surmounted by a crescent shape moon, the middle with beautiful geom...
Wood
Teak Wood Lesung Rice Mortar Pedestal, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This remarkable piece originates from the island of Java, where it once served as a traditional granary mortar known as a lesung. Expertly hand-carved from a single block of solid te...
Wood
$6,000
H 25.99 in W 33.47 in D 9.85 in
Century-Buried Teak Wood Pedestal from the Sumatran Rainforest, Modern Organic
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Unearthed from the heart of Sumatra's ancient rainforest, this old teak wood pedestal stands as a rare testament to the forces of nature and time. The pressures of being buried for o...
Wood
Today, art enthusiasts and venturesome interior designers find a lot to love and appreciate about antique and vintage masks, particularly as they have earned a distinct place amid a collection of folk art and other collectibles and curiosities in contemporary homes.
Folk art refers to art that people, not classically trained, created for either utilitarian or decorative purposes. With respect to visual art in folk art, it is typically reflective of a community’s culture and usually handmade by craftspeople working within a popular tradition. Masks, as part of this history, have been used in carnivals, theater, medicine, therapy, religion and more. The use of masks in rituals and sacred ceremonies goes back thousands of years, and masks in general are believed to be much older. And all kinds of other uses have been found for masks and face coverings over time. We have enlisted these accessories for protection, to signal modesty, facilitate flirtation, enable licentiousness or simply to look cool.
Archaeologists found a mask in Palestine that is believed to be 9,000 years old, a Neolithic-era stone mask that may have been part of rituals associated with the worship of ancestors. Some tribal masks are worn as an offering to the gods. Masks are among the most important African art forms, for example, and traditional African masks can be used to lend a concrete form to an invisible spirit. Dancers donning wooden tribal masks celebrate important events to honor their deceased ancestors. These masks are also very important devices for storytelling and sharing the oral history of a community.
For Asian artists, specific colors are used in masks to convey different values and ideas. In Japan, a red Oni mask worn by performers during a festival might signify anger, while in China’s Peking Opera, a mask that has been hand-painted gold would be worn by an immortal.
Mexican craftspeople make masks for traditional celebrations and ceremonial dances. Mexican masks are part of the country’s folk-art traditions that go back thousands of years and play a role in festivals and theater. A common symbol of the Mexican holiday Day of the Dead is a skull, which is widely represented in masks (although the innumerable activities associated with the holiday are by no means universal).
We’re inviting you to explore and pay respect to the long folk-art traditions that underpin mask-making by introducing antique and vintage masks to your space. Find an exciting collection on 1stDibs today.
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