24th May, 2023 10:00
Asian & Islamic Art
610
Tortoiseshell ladies hairpin
Japanese, late Meiji
of rectangular form decorated each end with an alternating checkered motif of floral motifs in gold takamakiie and a companion two-section example in roiro lacquer decorated in gold takamakiiye with flowering plants and foliage, signed Tosen, 16cm and 17cm
Sold for £60
Estimated at £100 - £200
Tortoiseshell ladies hairpin
Japanese, late Meiji
of rectangular form decorated each end with an alternating checkered motif of floral motifs in gold takamakiie and a companion two-section example in roiro lacquer decorated in gold takamakiiye with flowering plants and foliage, signed Tosen, 16cm and 17cm
In good overall condition with minimal wear and tiny scratches.
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Auction: Asian & Islamic Art, 24th May, 2023
