19c Japanese MASK OBIDOME / NETSUKE Demon Hannya

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19th century Japanese carved wood obidome (sash ornament) in a shape of a theatrical mask of demon Hannya. Could have been used as netsuke as well. Obidome is worn on an obi cord that holds the obi sash together, and is the only type of jewelry worn by Japanese women on formal occasions. Good design, nice detailing, eyes highlighted with gold lacquer. Height 1.8 inches.

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19c Japanese MASK OBIDOME / NETSUKE Demon Hannya

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