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Lot 21

A COLLECTION OF JAPANESE SMOKING IMPLEMENTS
EARLY 20TH CENTURY

The first a dark rattan kiseruzutsu (pipe case) with pipe and burlwood tonkotsu (tobacco pouch); the second a caramel rattan kiseruzutsu with gold highlight and pipe and natural burlwood tonkotsu; the third a rattan kiseruzutsu with impressive wooden tonkotsu in the shape of natural looking toad; the fourth a pipe case in carved wood with calligraphy highlights and a burl tonkotsu.
The largest 27cm long

Estimate $1,200 - $1,800

Sold for $850

Overall condition good, consistent with age and use.


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 book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice.
Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. 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.


A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories.

Asian Works of Art

AUCTION
Sale: LJ8428
12:00pm - 18 October 2021
Online

VIEWING
Viewing Virtually:
Friday 15 - Sunday 17 October, 10am - 4pm

CONTACT
Chiara Curcio
asianart@leonardjoel.com.au


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