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Lot 24

A COLLECTION OF JAPANESE SMOKING IMPLEMENTS
MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) AND LATER

A collection of five implements including four wooden Senryu-Zutsu (single section) pipe cases; the first in wood with a dragon themed tobacco pouch; the second in staghorn; the third in red lacquered rattan pipecase and tonkotsu; the fourth in seasoned wisteria twirling around the pipe; the fifth a paper or incense container in carved cinnabar with stylised flowers.
The red lacquered box 20cm long

Estimate $1,500 - $2,000

Sold for $750

Overall condition good, consistent with age and use. One wooden tonkotsu with damage to the lid.


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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