This late Edo period comb is made of wood, which has been lacquered, gilded, and sprinkled with maki-e. A silver rim and attached tassels complete the piece. Maki-e refers to lacquer sprinkled with gold or silver powder, using special brushes.
The Daalder Collection of Ethnic Jewellery and Adornment, after 2007
Comb from Japan
The ornamental frame of this tortoiseshell comb is made from gilt open-work silver showing flowers on each side. Three swiveling corals grace the centre of each flower. Continue Reading