Antique Japanese Hand Carved Wooden Ojime Bead w/ Tiny Mountain Monks Motif .75" Metalwork a mandala central to this

a mandala central to this practice

and copper coinage

This obi was made in a Shibori style with tie-dyed fabric in lilac purple and pink-purple high sheen silk

Fit: No notable play between blade and hilt

Antique Japanese Hand Carved Wooden Ojime Bead w/ Tiny Mountain Monks Motif .75" Metalwork a mandala central to thisFinely carved antique Japanese ojime bead depicting a group of Buddhist monks walking along a mountain path. The scene is densely detailed, with layered elements of trees above and rock formations below, creating a sense of depth despite the very small scale. The carving is executed in high relief, wrapping continuously around the bead so that the narrative unfolds from every angle. The figures are expressive and individualized, suggesting a