Old Javanese Demon mask

Topeng dance drama, Java, Indonesia

9 inches, painted wood, hair

This is an old well used performance face mask. It has been painted over several times and has animal hair around the entire perimeter. Probably dates to mid century. The inside has a leather bite strap to hold the mask on the face. Part of one edge has broken off, as you can see on the rear view. This is not noticeable from the front.