A pretty vintage Japanese kanzashi hair comb boxed set

 

CONDITION: good vintage condition with expected wear

 

SIZE: comb 4 x 2 ins (10 x 5 cm) hairpin 6 ¼ ins (14.5 cm)

 

APPROXIMATE DATE: early 20th century

 

MATERIALS: celluloid

 

 

FURTHER INFORMATION:

Kanzashi is a kind of umbrella term which covers Japanese hair ornaments of many types. Hairpins such as these were usually stuck into the coiffure in such a way that the ornamental heading or top stood out proud from the hairdressing by several inches.

Kanzashi hairpins can easily be worn with a modern hair style such as a high up do or French pleat. They look most effective when placed in the traditional way with the ornamental ball or bead standing out proud from the surface of the hair.