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Vermilion Lacquered Taka-Geta 下駄 (Traditional Sandals) with Tengu & Tomoe Motif - Edo or Meiji period
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Vermilion Lacquered Taka-Geta 下駄 (Traditional Sandals) with Tengu & Tomoe Motif - Edo or Meiji period

【Important notes】 ・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility. ・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item. 【Product details】 Behold the elegance and cultural richness of the Edo period or later with this exquisite pair of taka-geta, opulently painted with vermilion lacquer, a luxurious touch that signifies their prestigious past. These elevated wooden geta, adorned with the mystical Tengu and the symbolic Tomoe mon motifs, were not just practical for elevating the wearer above the street but also marked a person's high social standing. The vermilion lacquer, known for its bright and enduring color, was an expensive material that added to the value of these geta, making them a lavish accessory of the time. In the Edo era, such geta were primarily donned by geisha, courtesans, and kabuki actors, who were the trendsetters of their society. The Tengu — a protective yet mischievous deity — along with the Tomoe, embodying the harmony of nature, together enhance the mythical allure of these geta. Please review the photographs which reveal signs of wear including surface marks, stains, scratches, and chips. Please examine the photos for a comprehensive understanding of its condition. Dimensions: approx. H 19.3 cm W 12.2 cm D 23 cm ・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid. ・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance. Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!

No. 83973873

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Vermilion Lacquered Taka-Geta 下駄 (Traditional Sandals) with Tengu & Tomoe Motif - Edo or Meiji period

Vermilion Lacquered Taka-Geta 下駄 (Traditional Sandals) with Tengu & Tomoe Motif - Edo or Meiji period

【Important notes】

・International Buyers: Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer’s responsibility.
・Please check with your country’s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying. These duties are paid to your country's customs office and not to us. Prompt payment of these fees is necessary to ensure delivery of your item.

【Product details】

Behold the elegance and cultural richness of the Edo period or later with this exquisite pair of taka-geta, opulently painted with vermilion lacquer, a luxurious touch that signifies their prestigious past. These elevated wooden geta, adorned with the mystical Tengu and the symbolic Tomoe mon motifs, were not just practical for elevating the wearer above the street but also marked a person's high social standing. The vermilion lacquer, known for its bright and enduring color, was an expensive material that added to the value of these geta, making them a lavish accessory of the time.

In the Edo era, such geta were primarily donned by geisha, courtesans, and kabuki actors, who were the trendsetters of their society. The Tengu — a protective yet mischievous deity — along with the Tomoe, embodying the harmony of nature, together enhance the mythical allure of these geta.

Please review the photographs which reveal signs of wear including surface marks, stains, scratches, and chips. Please examine the photos for a comprehensive understanding of its condition.

Dimensions: approx. H 19.3 cm W 12.2 cm D 23 cm

・Please make sure to review all the provided information and images before placing your bid.
・We make every effort to accurately represent the product's colors and textures in our photos. However, due to differences in monitors and device displays, as well as photographic conditions, slight color variations between the photos and the actual product may occur. We ask for your understanding in advance.

Thank you for your interest, and happy bidding!

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