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Mid-century Japanese Menuki Cufflinks

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Mid-century Japanese Menuki Cufflinks. Crafted in Japan in Menuki style, a sword handle decoration in Edo period Japan. These cast copper figures were intended as cufflinks and depict the beloved Japanese folklore figures of Shojo, known for having a fondness for liquor. The shaggy hair figure holds a long sake ladle as his identifying feature. Here dressed in traditional Edo period jinbaori and hakama. The details depicted in various mixed metal washes. The flat back in a gold wash with angled post stamped “JAPAN” on one side and a whale-back. Condition: Pre-owned, Good - Signs of wear with use and age. Size: 2cm high x 3cm wide x 2cm deep. Total Weight: 12 grams Age: Circa 1950.
  • Metal:
    Mixed Metal
  • Weight:
    12 g
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 0.79 in (20 mm)Depth: 0.79 in (20 mm)Length: 1.19 in (30 mm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Modern
  • Place of Origin:
    Japan
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Pre-owned, Good - Signs of wear with use and age.
  • Seller Location:
    Point Richmond, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: TM-UH900981stDibs: LU4049222702422
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