19th Century Painted Plaster Grotesque Wall Mask

An imposing and expressive late 18^th/early 19^th century plaster wall hanging mask modelled as a neoclassical or mythical grotesque, painted with a dark shellac finish.

With a prominent, furrowed brow and large nose between locks of hair and an abundant beard, this wall mask resembles the grotesque faces of a garden fountain or an architectural keystone. The figure’s deep-set eyes glare downwards and are framed by sharply arched brows.

Fitted with a wire to the reverse, this impressive and commanding face is ready for hanging on an interior wall – perhaps above the door to a private home office to ward off nosy guests or in an entrance hall to create an instant talking point!