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Japanese Antique Wooden Staff Shimenawa Spiral Twist Nyoi Buddhist Shinto 54cm

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Description

■ Description Item Details Unlock the spiritual mystery of Japanese aesthetics with this rare wooden artifact. Provenanced to a source connected to the prestigious Mushakōjisenke (武者小路千家) tea family lineage, this item is a masterpiece of "Mitate" (found art).

  • Design (The "Shimenawa" Motif):

    • The wood is carved in a spiraling, twisted shape. This form strongly resembles a "Shimenawa" (Sacred Shinto Rope), which is traditionally hung on Torii gates (shrine archways) to mark the boundary between the sacred and the profane.

    • By displaying this "wooden rope" in a Tokonoma (alcove), it serves to purify the space and ward off evil spirits.

  • Usage & Form:

    • While it resembles a tool, its refined surface suggests it was treasured as a "Nyoi" (Priest's Scepter) or a Zen conversation piece (Okimono).

    • In the Zen-influenced world of Tea, masters often display unique wooden staffs in the alcove during special ceremonies (like New Year's) to symbolize authority, "Wabi-sabi," and spiritual protection.

  • Visual Impact:

    • It bears a resemblance to primitive ritual tools (like the Ainu Sutw), giving it a powerful, primal presence. The twist offers a grounding tactile experience if held during meditation.

Size & Weight

  • Length: approx. 54.5 cm / 21.46 in

  • Width: approx. 2.7 - 3.3 cm / 1.06 - 1.30 in

  • Weight: 151 g / 0.33 lbs

Condition Condition: Antique / Vintage This item shows signs of significant age.

  • Patina: The wood has acquired a smooth, dark patina from decades of handling and appreciation.

  • Ends: The cut ends show natural aging, cracks, and wear consistent with an antique artifact.

  • Note: The image showing the item on a Torii gate is a composite image for illustration purposes only. The Torii gate is NOT included.


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