Vtg Traditional Korean HAHOETAL Theatre Hand Carved Wooden Mask set

This beautiful, vintage hand-carved wooden mask is a piece of traditional Korean culture. The mask is designed in the style of the HAHOETAL theatre, which is a popular Korean art form that tells stories through music, dance, and puppetry. The mask is handmade and comes from Korea, Republic of. The mask's provenance and ownership history are not available, but its beauty and cultural significance are unmistakable. Its intricate design and movable jaw make it a unique addition to any collection of Asian or cultural artifacts. This vintage mask is a piece of history that deserves to be treasured and displayed. Hahoetal (Korean: 하회탈) are traditional Korean masks worn in the Hahoe byeolsingut talnori ceremonies that date back to the 12th century.[1] They represent the stock characters needed to perform the roles in the ritual dance dramas included in the ceremony. The masks originated in the Hahoe Folk Village and Byeongsan Village, North Gyeongsang Province, South Korea. They are counted among the treasures of South Korea adult size jaw moves on male mask appx. 9.5 x 7