Japanese maki-e lacquer kushi – early 20th century - Lot 86

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Japanese maki-e lacquer kushi – early 20th century - Lot 86
Japanese maki-e lacquer kushi – early 20th century Japanese comb (kushi) in gold-brown lacquer, decorated in maki-e with a motif of bamboo and stylized leaves rendered in dark reserve with highlights of metallic powders. The decoration, spread across both sides, evokes a simple and elegant botanical landscape, characteristic of the Japanese aesthetic of the late Meiji and early Taishō periods. This type of comb was worn with the kimono and served as a traditional accessory for women’s hairstyles. Shows slight signs of wear consistent with its age. Details: Length: 9 cm – Height: 3.7 cm – Weight: 10 g.
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