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Lot 0295: ANTIQUE JAPANESE TOBACCO PURSE PIPE AND CASE SET

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An antique Japanese Meiji Period set of a tobacco purse, a pipe, and a pipe case. The purse are made of brown leather. A metal case with a metal and wooden pipe inside. The purse is adorned with a silver plated metal Menuki fittings made in an etched floral design, marked with a hallmark on the back. The pipe is adorned with an etched leaves pattern. The case is adorned with a calligraphy motif. Circa: 19th to early 20th century. Suspended by chains with a metal bead adorned with an etched floral motif. Menuki is a kind of metal fitting of the Japanese sword, which was initially put into the hole of the handle. Antique Asian Japanese Oriental Purses, Cases, Menuki Ornaments For Collectors.

Overall good vintage condition. Signs of age and wear. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
Purse 3 x 5 1/8 in. Case L 9 1/4 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

May 28th, 2022

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$218.75