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Lot 637

A JAPANESE SATSUMA & STERLING SILVER LETTER OPENER BY SHOKO TAKABE, RETAILED BY THOMAS BLOW, MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912)
The handle depitcing a figural procession, signed Thomas Blow in katana script, the silver blade with markers marks for Andrew Barrett & Sons, London, circa 1903, 29cm long

Estimate $800 - $1,200

Sold for $800

minor scratches to silver consistent with age and use, minor dent to blade tip. No faults visible to ceramic handle


The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.

Asian Art, Classic Furniture & Objects

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8143
11:00am - 16 October 2016
Melbourne (Simulcast in Sydney)

VIEWING
Viewing - Melbourne & Sydney
12 October 9am-8pm
13-14 October 10am-4pm
15 October 10am-5pm

All lots viewed exclusively in our Sydney office are marked "On View in Sydney", with the remainder on view in Melbourne

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
chiara.curcio@leonardjoel.com.au


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