Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin beautiful Japanese lacquer box then negative space for the

then negative space for the other

but overall the two issues are in good condition and really quite remarkable things

I have found one other Arts & Crafts copper watering can with a silhouette like this one's

next to the artist’s name is writing in pencil

I would guess it dates to mid- to late 20th c

Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin beautiful Japanese lacquer box then negative space for theThis is the most beautiful clothes pin I think I've ever seen. And it is oversized, making it feel all the more a special object. I'd probably use it on my desk to hold a pile of clippings or drawings together, or it would certainly make for a very elegant way to seal a big bag of potato chips! 7" long x 5 8" wide x 1 2" deep and in excellent condition, with just very light wear. I'd guess it dates to the very early 20th century.