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A set of eight pieces from Kamikazari (Hair ornaments), circa 1930
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These were the parts of Kamikazari (hair ornament) from the Taisho Era (1912-1926), worn exclusively on a wedding day. The brilliant composition and complexity of these works are remarkable. Kamikazari...
These were the parts of Kamikazari (hair ornament) from the Taisho Era (1912-1926), worn exclusively on a wedding day.
The brilliant composition and complexity of these works are remarkable.
Kamikazari (hair ornaments) like these were similar to those that adorned the hair of wealthy merchants’ and high-ranking warriors’ daughters during the Edo Period (1603-1898). By the Taisho Era (1912-1926), this type of Kamikazari was only used during one’s wedding.
Interestingly, the many changes in women’s everyday life occurred in the Taisho era(1912 – 1926), while their wedding attire remained unchanged. It reflects how, although the Taisho Era was a time of great change for women, everything about marriage still adhered to old customs, strictly controlled by the family.
An inventive colletor will see many possibilities in this obsolete object.
The work is a remnant of a Kamikazari from around the Taisho Era (1912-1926). The object can be appreciated as an exceptional art piece, detached from its traditional setting in arranged marriages. Its warmth can be embraced elegantly by a wooden or lacquer tray. Alternatively, they could be fashioned into a great broach.
Imagine wearing the piece on a simple black silk dress at your next dinner party.
The brilliant composition and complexity of these works are remarkable.
Kamikazari (hair ornaments) like these were similar to those that adorned the hair of wealthy merchants’ and high-ranking warriors’ daughters during the Edo Period (1603-1898). By the Taisho Era (1912-1926), this type of Kamikazari was only used during one’s wedding.
Interestingly, the many changes in women’s everyday life occurred in the Taisho era(1912 – 1926), while their wedding attire remained unchanged. It reflects how, although the Taisho Era was a time of great change for women, everything about marriage still adhered to old customs, strictly controlled by the family.
An inventive colletor will see many possibilities in this obsolete object.
The work is a remnant of a Kamikazari from around the Taisho Era (1912-1926). The object can be appreciated as an exceptional art piece, detached from its traditional setting in arranged marriages. Its warmth can be embraced elegantly by a wooden or lacquer tray. Alternatively, they could be fashioned into a great broach.
Imagine wearing the piece on a simple black silk dress at your next dinner party.