A GROUP OF THREE (3) FIREFIGHTER TOOLS JAPAN, SHOWA PERIOD It is composed of: - two (2) blue fabric hats; - one (1) tool called tobiguchi (equivalent to a pickaroon) adorned in sashiko 刺し子 technique (traditional hand stitching or quilting used as reinforcement and decoration). The hats are made from multiple layers of cotton held together with upwards of hundred (100) stitches per square inch. The first hat is adorned with a brick design whilst the second hat is adorned with dragons. Dimensions: - the smaller hat: 60 x 35 cm - the tobiguchi: H: 58 cm Provenance: A large collection of 100+ Japanese woodblock prints, properties from a French collector. NOTE: CONDITION REPORTS AND MEASUREMENTS It is up to the bidder to satisfy themselves prior to buying as to the condition of a lot. In relation to Condition Reports, whilst we make certain observations on the lot, which are intended to be as helpful as possible, references in the condition report to damage or restoration are for guidance. The absence of such a reference does not imply that an item is free from defects or restoration, nor does a reference to particular defects imply the absence of any others. The condition report is an expression of opinion only and must not be treated as a statement of fact. Measurements and weight are approximate and the potential bidder may re-ask it to be checked when asking for a condition report.