Description:
Eight Assorted Two-prong Metal KanzashiHairpins, Japan, 20th century, a parcel-gilt white brass stick decorated with fan-shape metalwork; a parcel-gilt silver-plated stick with openwork metal hexagon and a chased flower; a parcel-gilt brass stick with a round floral work; a silverwork stick with an openwork bird roundel; parcel-gilt brass stick with an openwork bird design; a parcel-gilt stick with a floral design and chased details; a yellow brass stick with a floral plaque; and a parcel-gilt white brass with a floral ball and chased pattern details, ht. to 7 3/4 in.
Estimate $300-500
minor metal rusting, surface dirt, loss of gilt to some area, otherwise in good condition.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Keywords
JapanSuhyung Kim
Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3263
Helen Eagles
Deputy Director, Asian Works of Art
508-970-3132
Asian Works of Art
With expertise and a passion for the treasures of China, Japan, Korea and India, the Asian Works of Art department offers the best of Asian art at auction, from antiquities to contemporary works.