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Japanese 19th Century Tabako Ire Leather Pouch with Pipe, Silver Menuki, Ojime

$1,375
£1,051.26
€1,210.84
CA$1,926.80
A$2,151.09
CHF 1,127.14
MX$26,331.42
NOK 14,314.66
SEK 13,496.90
DKK 9,036.62

About the Item

These pieces are a part of smoking set tabako-ire. It consists of a kiseruzutsu (pipe case), a kiseru (pipe), and a tonkotsu (tobacco pouch). The pouch is made of lacquered crocodile leather. Both parts are bound together by a leather link decorated with a red stone ojime. The kiseruzutsu is made of two tubes fitting together with a woven shell and lacquer coating. The pipe (kiseru) is made of bamboo and brass. The menuki has the image of a sitting person of importance, possibly a samurai being served by a lady. Japan – Meiji Period (1868-1912) Rectangular tobacco case: Length: 5.1 in. (13 cm) - Width: 2.8 in. (7.5 cm) Pipe Case : Length: 8.25 in. (21cm) - Width: 1.25 in. (3cm) Pipe : Length: 7.5 in. (19cm)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 11 in (27.94 cm)Width: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Meiji (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bamboo,Brass,Lacquer,Leather,Silver,Hand-Crafted,Lacquered,Metalwork,Other
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GU2631stDibs: LU1778242877662

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