Antique Arms and Armor, August 28th, 2021
Lot 387:
Very fine antique Edo period Japanese mixed metal ( gold, silver ) ojime for inro depicting boy with ball. 1 1/2" x 3/4An ojime (ç·’ç· ã‚, lit. "cord fastener") is a bead used in Japanese inrÅ (carrying cases). It is typically under an inch in length. Each is carved into a particular shape and image, similar to the netsuke, though smaller. It is used to fasten the cord of the inrÅ so that it does not unstack while carried.The history of ojime beads dates back to the Edo period (1603-1868). Ojime beads, netsuke, and sagemono or inrÅ cases would be items worn on a traditional kimono, typically hanging from the bel
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