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LOT 282:
ANTIQUE JAPAN GOLD GILT BRONZE AND SILVER MENUKI
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Sold for: $425
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Estimated price :
$100 - $150
Buyer's Premium: 28%
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ANTIQUE JAPAN GOLD GILT BRONZE AND SILVER MENUKI
A collection of eleven antique Japanese figural mixed metal Menuki. The pieces are adorned with gold gilding, embossing and etching. The richness and excellency of craftsmanship unite silver, bronze, copper and gold layering in a masterpiece miniature artwork. The Menuki depict various scenes, Calligraphy, flowers, several are made in the shape of a weapon, and others. Several are numbered, 381 and 388, on the back. Circa: 19th to early 20th century. Menuki are a pair of small ornaments under the handle of a Japanese sword placed on opposite sides of the handle. Typically, if the blade is held out horizontally with the edge pointing downwards they are positioned where the fingertips meet. Antique Asian Japanese Sword Art Practitioners For Collectors.
Dimensions: Largest Item 1 5/8 x 3/4 in. Smallest Item 3/4 x 1/2 in. All measurements are approximate.
