Old Mickey Mouse Ears Smokehouse Lock with Key round flat basket then closes with a very

then closes with a very satisfying thwack

but rather just enhances the aura of this terrific plate

called "handa" in Japanese

The vase features a celadon body decorated with a blue tree that branches beautifully around its perimeter and is punctuated with white moriage blossoms

This piece measures 5

Old Mickey Mouse Ears Smokehouse Lock with Key round flat basket then closes with a veryThis old lock is somewhat rusty, but with a little effort it still locks and unlocks great, and I really love the fully rounded "ears" on it that really make it look just like a Mickey Mouse silhouette. I've learned these old locks are often referred to as "smokehouse locks because people commonly used them to lock the meat in their smokehouses to prevent poaching. Iron and brass, and at least a hundred years old I believe. 3 5 8" tall x 2 9 16" wide