Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin beautiful Japanese lacquer box but overall the two issues

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

but when I spotted this one I had a sense it was a pretty special little thing

This stoneware vase was hand thrown then pressed on four sides to give it a faceted yet still very organic form

Along the left edges of the backsides are button closures

Fine Large Turned Wood Clothespin beautiful Japanese lacquer box but overall the two issuesThis 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.