Japanese Sterling Silver Five Cushion Castor Signed

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Japanese Sterling Silver Five Cushion Castor Signed

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Sold Date: 04/04/2008
Channel: Online Auction
Source: eBay
Category: Ethnic, Folk & Native American Art

FINE AND RARE LATE MEIJI JAPANESE STERLING SILVER FIVE CUSHION CASTOR; BEADED DECORATION; LAVISH HAND ENGRAVED SCROLLING FLORALS; SIGNED; NEVER MONOGRAMMED

This is a beautifully designed and meticulously hand crafted, late Meiji Japanese sterling silver castor.

Signed by the artist.

The form is quite unique. One we have not observed in thirty years of collecting.

Tall circular, five tier or cushion form.

Each of the five cushions gently compressed at centre.

Each divided by elegant beaded trim. And ever so fine, barely discernible twisted rope borders.

Beautifully detailed scrolling florals and streaming bamboo.

The top cushion removes for filling.

Never monogrammed.

This fine, late Meiji rare form five cushion castor is 2 5/8 inches tall. Thick, heavy guage silver, weighs 1 1/2 ounces.

In excellent condition. Cover removes easily and closes firmly. Rich, sterling patina throughout. The delicate hand engraved scrolling floral decoration remains crisp and sharp. Stands perfectly firm on table or sideboard.

Well struck hallmarks underside as shown, including "Pure Silver".

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