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Description
A small inkwell with a globular body and a lid shaped like a lotus flower and seed pod.
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A small inkwell with a globular body and a lid shaped like a lotus flower and seed pod.
The heavy copper body has been enhanced by other metals to form designs. The lid has a lotus flower base with a drumstick or pestle handle. There are brass highlights on the handle, a line on the body and a checkerboard effect under the lid. The base is flat and has worn the dark patina to the point that you can see the copper.
Two characters are etched into a cartouche under the lid. One character is for “great” and we’re not sure that the other character is.
MEASUREMENTS
2 in (5.1 cm) diameter x 1 3/4 in (4.4 cm) tall. Weighs 5.6 oz (160 g)
CONDITION
There are no breaks, dents, repairs or breaks. There are a couple of tiny spots of verdigris on the body. The ink receptacle is missing. There is wear to the base from movement on a surface.
A heavy scholar’s object to enhance your desk or collection.
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- Dimensions
- 2ʺW × 2ʺD × 1.75ʺH
- Styles
- Japanese
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Metal
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Brown
- Condition Notes
- There are no breaks, dents, repairs or breaks. There are a couple of tiny spots of verdigris on the body. … moreThere are no breaks, dents, repairs or breaks. There are a couple of tiny spots of verdigris on the body. The ink receptacle is missing. There is wear to the base from movement on a surface. less
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