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19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener
19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener

19th Century Antique Meiji Era Japanese Shakudo Gilded Page Turner Letter Opener

$ 131.47

Availability: 17 in stock
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Primary Material: Brass
  • Age: 1850-1899
  • Color: Multi-Color
  • Region of Origin: Japan

    Description

    A beautiful example of a Meiji Era Japanese letter opener / page turner in mixed metal (Shakudo) in three colors. Still retains much of the original gilding, which is exemplary. Featuring images of cranes on both sides of the handle and on the blade, as well as a floral motif on the handle and a lovely simple lily and butterfly motif on the blade. I believe it is worth noting that this piece appears to be signed in the bottom left corner of the handle, which seems to be unusual based on what I've seen of similar pieces.
    Total length is approximately 11.5 inches. There is some minor damage near the top of the handle on one side, please see photos. This unit has not been cleaned in any way and retains the patina, untouched as I have found it.
    Thank you for looking and please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions.