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Oni Maedate (Helmet Ornament in the Form of a Demon)

CultureJapanese
Date18th century
Mediumred negoro lacquer, gilded copper, gold leaf, and bear fur
Dimensions3 7/8 x 4 15/16 x 1 7/16 in. (9.9 x 12.5 x 3.7 cm)
Classificationssculpture
Credit LineGift of the Tyche Foundation
Object number2010.28
DescriptionA grimacing, red demonic face with frizzy hair.
On View
Not on view
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