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©Tomohide Ikeya

Ama mask

Inspired by the Noh play called Ama, this mask tells the story of a female diver who drowns retrieving a lost jewel. Transformed into a dragon spirit, she seeks salvation. The piece contrasts her human form with her dragon transformation, symbolising her quest for redemption.

Interior design

Wax, Japanese paper (Washi), Acrylic paint, Mask

Crafted by

Shuko Namakura

Shuko handcrafts Noh masks from wood, paper and lacquer that convey subtle expressions and movement

OTHER WAX, JAPANESE PAPER (WASHI), ACRYLIC PAINT MASK