Mask, Kongo Rikishi, Nio, Agyo, guardian deity, wood carving, vintage, antique. This is a wooden mask of Agyo, one of the Kongo Rikishi statues (commonly known as Nio, as they stand at the Nio gate). The expression of furious hair is powerful, and it is displayed at the entrance of the house as a guardian deity to ward off evil. The shabby atmosphere is irresistible. There is a carver's mark on the back. Please scroll up to see the condition images. Size: Height: Approximately 25cm, Width: Approximately 14cm #mask #KongoRikishi #Nio #Agyo #Unyo #AunNoKokyu #FuriousHair #EvilWard #GuardianDeity #WoodCarving #Vintage #Antique #Rare #Interior #Object #Retro