Unusual Edo Japanese Minogama Temple Ceremonial Party Hat

Unusual Edo Japanese Minogama Temple Ceremonial Party Hat

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A symbol of longevity and hope for happiness Minogame temple party headpiece. Gilt gold embossed details over leather hide. The detailed head resembles that of a dragon. Horsehair from the back of the turtle suggests long flowing seaweed. Condition consistent with age. Complete
Comes with original Hitsu box.“A crane lives a thousand years, a turtle, ten thousand.” The turtle, along with the crane and the pine tree, is one of three frequently used images to convey the wish for longevity. It is usually pictured with a long hairy tail and is called a minogame 蓑亀, meaning a turtle wearing a straw raincoat.Edo Period early 1700’s

Dimensions: 13 ” long x 6 1/2

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A symbol of longevity and hope for happiness Minogame temple party headpiece. Gilt gold embossed details over leather hide. The detailed head resembles that of a dragon. Horsehair from the back of the turtle suggests long flowing seaweed. Condition consistent with age. Complete
Comes with original Hitsu box.“A crane lives a thousand years, a turtle, ten thousand.” The turtle, along with the crane and the pine tree, is one of three frequently used images to convey the wish for longevity. It is usually pictured with a long hairy tail and is called a minogame 蓑亀, meaning a turtle wearing a straw raincoat.Edo Period early 1700’s

Dimensions: 13 ” long x 6 1/2

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Japanese

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