Featured Thai, eastern hanging mask

hi folks

found a few interesting bits and bobs yesterday at the charity shops

this was only a couple of quid

probably touristy but, think it might have at least some age

the paint work looks to have honest aging i think

would it be thai ?

has two slits for eyes

any thoughts or info appreciated

 

Would that fit a child or adult?? Some sort of celebration mask?? Not sure from where............?

 

its small about 8 inches, think more decorational though

 

You're probably right.....my only thought was it can be seen through (eye slits) and breathed through (nose holes)..........so if REAL, then child size.....but probably deco then.

@Any Jewelry?

 

Indonesian rather than Thai. But Any will be able to give you more details.

 

nice mask....

 

Yes, Indonesian, it is from Java. I think it is a she, an aristocratic lady.
I also think the aging is natural, and she could have been used.

Javanese masks without holes in the sides are usually from Malang, East Java (birthplace of the love of my life). There would only be one actor/dancer who played all the roles, so he would switch masks and hold them in one hand in front of his face. That also causes for extra wear on the front of the mask.

 

I respect a mask that has been hollowed out and smoothed nicely ....so it is indeed wearable...
the discolouration at the bottom.....likely from heavy breath..

 

The actors have speaking roles, so that accounts for discolouration as well.

 

that's what I was alluding to ......breathing from the mouth..!

 

And I elaborated on what you said. Teamwork, éh (Brabant éh).

 

Mouth Breathers...Oh MY!

 

That's just super, many thanks for the info Aj, so helpful

 

Awesome thanks kome

 

Nice find Charlie.

 

Thanks mate

 

She's lovely.

Debora

 

Very cool little mask! Nice find