A Large Exhibition Quality Japanese Ivory & Shibayama Tanto

19th century

Sold by Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Description

As part of our Japanese art collection we are delighted to offer this rare and extremely high quality Japanese ivory and Shibayama mounted tanto (dagger)the tanto is approx 16" 42 cm in length and its scabbard has been formed from the finest cuts of ivory, with the Fuchi Kashira cleverly carved in relief , the whole case has been decorated in the most exquisite quality Shibayama decoration , depicting everything from tiny blue gold pinned Hydrangea to exotic birds and butterflies, a plethora of other insects and even a tea kettle, the workmanship is outstanding and the degree of difficulty on a curved surface must be considerable, daggers of this type are much more common in smaller sizes and are usually fitted with lesser quality blades aimed at the tourist market, this tanto is fitted with a high quality tempered steel blade , a wonderful piece of Japanese workmanship that would significantly enhance any serious collection !

For similar recent sales of high quality Shibayama Tanto see Christies sale 2596 09/11/2011 lot numbers 267/268

The condition is superb throughout.

Approximate sizes

Length 16.25" 42 cm

Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item , buyers outside the EU are responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.

For a further selection of our Japanese art collection please visit our new gallery at www.steveslyjapaneseart.com

Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA390336

Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description

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For similar recent sales of high quality Shibayama Tanto see Christies sale 2596 09/11/2011 lot numbers 267/268.

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

fig 1. A LARGE EXHIBITION QUALITY JAPANESE IVORY & SHIBAYAMA TANTO — fig 1. A Large Exhibition Quality Japanese Ivory & Shibayama Tanto

The condition is superb throughout.

Approximate sizes

Length 16.25" 42 cm

Free worldwide delivery included in the price of this item , buyers outside the EU are responsible for the costs of any licences that may be required.

For a further selection of our Japanese art collection please visit our new gallery at www.steveslyjapaneseart.com

Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA390336

About the Dealer

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012

Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

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