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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
Guardian Oni (demon masks)
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Guardian Oni (demon masks)

Maker Unknown Japanese Artist
DateNambokucho period (1333-1392), 14th century
Made/manufacturedMiyakonojo, Kyushu, Japan
MediumWood
DimensionsOther (tongue extended out): 14 1/2 x 11 x 4 3/4 in. (36.8 x 27.9 x 12.1 cm)
ClassificationsArchitectural Elements
Credit LineGift of Kagedo Japanese Art
Object number2010.1.14
Collections
DescriptionPair of carved and weathered wood guardian oni or demon masks.
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
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Agbonbiofe Adesina
early 20th century
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Pictorial Brick from a Temple Facade
Indian
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Indian
17th-18th century
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
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Indian
before 20th century
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Mexican
undated
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Roof pinnacle with figures
Mexican
undated
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
Mask
Unknown Japanese Artist
early 19th century
Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
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Unknown Japanese Artist
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Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista
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