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Japanese Blacksmith Tongs and Woodcarver Brace Drill, Early 20th Century

$98per set
$225per set56% Off
£74.06per set
£170.03per set56% Off
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€196.34per set56% Off
CA$136.94per set
CA$314.40per set56% Off
A$151.95per set
A$348.86per set56% Off
CHF 79.59per set
CHF 182.74per set56% Off
MX$1,863.27per set
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NOK 1,012.39per set
NOK 2,324.38per set56% Off
SEK 955.66per set
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DKK 637.74per set
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REDUCED FROM $225....Antique Japanese Tools, a Blacksmith Tong Pincer and Woodcarver Brace Drill, both early 20th century. Most likely late Meiji Period. The tong or pincer is sculpturally pleasing to the eye and made out of forged iron in good condition with some oxidation and a couple of paint splatters. The brace has a wooden body with a metal gouge, there is a crack in the wood on both sides of the metal gouge. Beautiful tools apparently handmade in a time when things were crafted by artisans and pieces cherished. Measurements: Pincer 16 inches long x 2 inches wide x 3/4 inches thick – Chisel 12 3/4 inches wide x 4 1/2 inches high x 3/4 inches thick.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 0.75 in (1.91 cm)Width: 12.75 in (32.39 cm)Depth: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Iron,Wood,Forged
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor structural damages. Please look at all images and read description.
  • Seller Location:
    Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU830122459082

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