Antique Japanese Bronze Letter Opener Kirin & Phoenix
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19th century/Meiji period Japanese bronze / brass letter opener with handle depicting on both sides a kirin standing with its legs apart and looking straight. Kirin is a mythical animal, and has several different subspecies - this one appears to be of a rare 2-horned variety. The blade is engraved with a long-tailed phoenix on a tree on one side and 2 small birds (probably chidori - the plovers) in flight over a tree on the other. Excellent work - see the detailing of kirin"s ferocious face, curly mane and tufts of hair on its legs, superb engraving of the phoenix, birds and leaves, pleasant patina. Length 11 1/4 inches.
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Photos, descriptions, and estimates were prepared with the utmost care by a fully certified expert and appraiser. All items in this sale are guaranteed authentic.
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Jasper52 specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Jasper52 within 5 days of receiving the item.
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Antique Japanese Bronze Letter Opener Kirin & Phoenix
Estimate $165 - $190
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