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Japanese Kiseru Tobacco Pipe & Case, c. 1900

$480
£362.59
€419.05
CA$674.53
A$749.96
CHF 394.90
MX$9,099.26
NOK 4,999.62
SEK 4,673.42
DKK 3,127.17

About the Item

This elegant pipe of white brass and bamboo dates to early 20th century Japan and was used for smoking finely shredded tobacco (kizami-tabako). Known as a rao-kiseru, these short smoking pipes were comprised of hollow lengths of thin bamboo secured to a brass mouthpiece and brass bowl. A fantastic collector's item, the slender pipe is paired with a two-part carrying case of bamboo and lacquered birch bark, marked by small tree knots and crackled wear. Additional Dimensions: Pipe: 7.5"W x 0.75"D x 0.5"H Case: 9"W x 1.25"D x 0.75"H
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 1.25 in (3.18 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bamboo,Brass,Wood
  • Place of Origin:
    Japan
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: CLBR0251stDibs: LU820044986072

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