Double ended cosmetic brush in ovoid metal case

Made:
1801-1900 in Japan
Double ended cosmetic brush in ovoid metal case

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Double ended cosmetic brush in ovoid metal case
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Double ended cosmetic brush in ovoid metal case, with series of notches to set brush in different positions, Japanese, 1801-1900

Details

Category:
Asian Medicine
Collection:
Sir Henry Wellcome's Museum Collection
Object Number:
A173306
Materials:
metal, hair and complete
Measurements:
overall: 107 mm x 8 mm
type:
brush
credit:
Wellcome Trust (Purchased from Stevens)