Antique Japanese Mimikaki-Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 1850–1910 Tools Manchukuoan swords

Manchukuoan swords

showing natural surface wear

This design shows a samurai emerging from a temple doorway into a snowy courtyard

This is a Japanese ceramic Ikebana (Japanese flower arranging) vase

with a warmer interior tone from use and firing

Antique Japanese Mimikaki-Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 1850–1910 Tools Manchukuoan swordsAntique Japanese Mimikaki Gata Kanzashi Hairpin, c. 18501910 OVERVIEWA late EdoMeiji tama kanzashi () featuring a green glass bead and an integrated mimikaki (ear pick) tipan ingenious, dual purpose hair ornament used in traditional Japanese coiffure. KEY DETAILS Type: Kanzashi hairpin (mimikaki gata; two prong shank) Materials: Bronze (patinated), green glass bead Period: Late Edo to Meiji era, circa 18501910 Dimensions: Approx. 7. 25 in (18. 4 cm)