Masterpieces of Noh Masks in the Tokyo National Museum Collection: Focusing on the Konparu School Collection
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Noh Mask, Otenjin type, Formerly preserved by Konparu School, Nara, Muromachi period, 15th century (Important Cultural Property)
Japanese Gallery (Honkan) Room 14
September 19, 2012 (Wed) - October 28, 2012 (Sun)The Tokyo National Museum has more than 200 Noh masks, including 47 masks and costumes purchased in 1950 that were preserved by the Konparu school. These masks include splendid examples from the earlier creative period. This exhibition introduces the appeal of Noh masks through these masterworks.
Current exhibit includes:
Noh Mask, Otenjin type, Formerly preserved by Konparu School, Nara, Muromachi period, 15th century (Important Cultural Property)
Noh Mask, Wakashakumi type, Formerly preserved by Konparu School, Nara, Muromachi period, 15th century (Important Cultural Property)
Noh Mask, Okina type, Muromachi period, 15th - 16th century (Gift of Mr. Matsunaga Yasuzaemon)
Noh Mask, Shojo type, Formerly preserved by Konparu School, Nara, Muromachi period, 15th - 16th century (Important Cultural Property)
Noh Mask, Otobide type, Formerly preserved by Konparu School, Nara, Muromachi period, 15th - 16th century (Important Cultural Property)