Vintage Folk Art Otafuku Okame Mask Japanese Woman

Description

This Japanese Mask has two names,
Otafuku
and
Okame
.
Otafuku
literally means “Much Good Fortune”, and
Okame
means “Tortoise”, also a lucky symbol for long life.
Otafuku
represents a smiling Japanese woman who brings happiness and good fortune to any man she marries. She is also known as the bringer of Mirth.
Okame
, also known as
Uzume
or
Otafuku
is the name for the female half of a traditional Japanese
Kyogen
theatre pair. She is  frequently seen in Japanese art. Her full cheeks and her merry eyes are quite unforgettable.
This particular mask is likely to be from Kyoto; it is definitely a vintage mask, in great condition. Possibly from the 60's.
Can be worn or hung as it comes with an elastic and a hook
Measures 7.5" by 6"