Antique Japanese Lacquered Wooden Takamakura Neck Pillow Geisha Makie JK787
Antique Japanese Lacquered Wooden Takamakura Neck Pillow Geisha Makie JK787
Antique Japanese Wood Lacquered Base Neck Pillow
This is an antique Japanese neck rest or pillow called takamakura. This neck rest consists of a very simple black lacquered base with beautiful gold and silver makie designs of folding fans with chrysanthemums. There are two holes on the top with metal decoration used for inserting a string to hold a fabric pillow on top.
A neck rest, or Takamakura, is a support stand for the neck designed to keep hair intact while sleeping or resting and was used by the Japanese traditional female entertainers, the Geisha, to preserve their outstanding hair.
- Black, gold, silver
- Wood, metal
- C1900
- Item weight: 210 grams
- Packed weight: 510 grams
- Approx. [Base] 9 cm long x 22.5 cm wide x 11.5 cm tall
- Good condition considering age. Numerous scratches and marks. Some lacquer chipping on edges. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos carefully.
- We got this item at the famous Osu Antique Market in Nagoya, Japan.
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
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