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December 11, 2009

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LOT 12

Lot 12

Set of Twelve Soft Metal Kozuka, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Set of Twelve Soft Metal Kozuka, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Lot 12 Details
Set of Twelve Soft Metal Kozuka, Meiji Period, 19th Century

Each with gilt painted highlights. Design on handles include okame with fan, samurai fighting an oni, flying dragon, ocean turtles, and shamisen by plum blossoms. Blades probably 20th Century additions
length 8.3" — 21 cm.
monogram ‘B’ on the blades

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $1,080
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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Set of Twelve Soft Metal Kozuka, Meiji Period, 19th Century
  • Set of Twelve Soft Metal Kozuka, Meiji Period, 19th Century
Note:

For a comparable set with gilt-silver Tiffany and Co. knife blades, please see Christie’s London, Japanese Art and Design, November 4th, 2009, lot 307

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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