Antique Japanese Shamisen Doukake Side Cover For Dou (Body) Chrysanthemum Chado which has a high starch

which has a high starch content and is therefore rather sticky

The metal hardware is hand forged iron

Despite having been lovingly and carefully displayed by 3 generations of collectors

blue and black

Antique Japanese Shamisen Doukake Side Cover For Dou (Body) Chrysanthemum Chado which has a high starchThis is a Japanese doukake which is placed on the side of the shamisen body. These are used to protect and add style to the instrument. Made of silk This doukake measures about 8 1 2" any 4" (21. 5 x 10 cm). Having been well used and well loved the fabric remains in good antique condition. Please note wear makes in the attached photos. There are no stamps on the back, however, this one seems to be the same as those that are stamped with the size