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VINTAGE Bouyei Tribe Nuo Opera Mask Guizhou Province,China

$ 501.6

Availability: 100 in stock
  • Primary Material: Wood
  • Item must be returned within: 30 Days
  • Condition: Used... condition as seen in photos
  • Region of Origin: China
  • Restocking Fee: No
  • Original/Reproduction: Original
  • All returns accepted: Returns Accepted
  • Type: Masks
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Return shipping will be paid by: Buyer
  • Refund will be given as: Money Back

    Description

    VINTAGE Bouyea Tribe Nuo Opera Mask
    Guizhou Province,China
    100% HANDMADE
    A MUST HAVE FOR ANY REAL COLLECTOR
    THIS IS AN EXTREMELY RARE VINTAGE NUO OPERA MASK HAND CARVED BY THE BOUYEI TRIBE PEOPLE WHO LIVE IN GUIZHOU PROVINCE CHINA
    . MASK SUCH AS THIS ARE USED IN TRADITIONAL CHINES NUO OPERA PERFORMED DURING RELIGIOUS CEREMONIES AND FESTIVALS. THE BOUYEI PEOPLE OF THAT REGION STILL PRACTICE AN ANIMIST AND ANCESTOR WORSHIP RELIGION THAT IS INFLUENCED BY TAOISM. MASK SUCH AS THIS ARE USED IN RELIGIOUS RITUALS, EXORCISMS AND FESTIVALS BY SHAMAN.  IN BOUYEI CULTURE THE SHAMAN IS THE KEEPER OF ALL RELIGIOUS AND CEREMONIAL MASKS AS THEY ARE CONSIDERED SACRED AND BELIEVED TO CONTAIN SPECIAL POWERS.  MASK SUCH AS THIS ARE EXCEEDING RARE AND DIFFICULT TO FIND AND OBTAIN THESE DAYS. I WAS VERY FORTUNATE TO HAVE BEEN ABLE TO FIND AND PROCURE IT DURING MY MOST RECENT VISIT TO GUIZHOU PROVINCE.
    NOW IT CAN BE YOURS. DON'T LET THIS UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY PASS YOU BY... BUY IT NOW! (NOTE: I have included more info on the Tujia People and Nuo Opera below)
    SIZE: APPROX 12 inches X 7 inches X 3 inches (CAN BE SEEN IN PHOTOS)
    MATERIALS: WOOD & HORSE HAIR
    AGE: Circa 1900-1920
    Don't let this unique opportunity pass you by... Buy It Now!
    THANKS FOR YOUR TIME AND CONSIDERATION.... DOBUYDON
    SHIPPING (PLEASE READ)
    I will ship your item via International Registered Air Mail as soon as payment is received. Registered Mail is the most reliable and secure method of shipping and guarantees that your item will arrive. I have never lost any registered mail shipments. Normal shipping time to most locations is 10-14 business days. Sometimes it can take longer… Please be patient.
    Once your shipment arrives, a
    signature will be required. If no one is available to sign for the shipment the post office should leave a notice and you may have to go pick up your item.
    Expedited shipping via International Express Mail Service (EMS) is available for an extra charge. Normal shipping time to most locations via EMS is 5 working days. Please email me for a price quote if you desire express shipping.
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