A few examples of appraisal values for
SHAKUDO

• JAPANESE SHAKUDO VASE Japanese
  JAPANESE SHAKUDO VASE Japanese shakudo vase, tapered vase designed in shakudo and decorated with a long-tailed rooster perched on a plum blossom branch carved in katakiri-bori and inlaid in gold, silver and copper hira-zogan, marked, 10.75"h. Provenance: San Francisco estate.
• A Wakizashi Koshirae With Shakudo
  A Wakizashi Koshirae With Shakudo Fittings, Edo Period, Circa 1800 Fitted with all matching black 'shakudo' (gold and copper alloy) kodachi fittings incised with floral scrolls, from the kojiri (end cap) of the saya (sheath) to the matching fuchi-kashira on the tsuka (handle), with shakudo nail menuki, the tsuba decorated with gold paulownia flowers, the saya lacquered with pine-needle decoration overall length 26.5 in — 67.3 cm
• A Japanese Parcel Gilt Decorated
  A Japanese Parcel Gilt Decorated Engraved Shakudo Flower Vase TAISHO PERIOD (CIRCA 1925) the cylindrical vase having a fitted removable copper liner, the exterior inlaid in gold, silver, copper and shibuichi showing lichen and reishi fungus emerging from rockworks with gilt bamboo behind, all underneath engraved characters from a poem, signed Mizunoe-inu no natsu nanajurokusai Hakudo Gen (by Hakudo Gen, age 76, summer, 1922), three gilded seals of the poet; vase signed Settsu Kaishozan no fumoto kokio Ryoun Moriyuki horu (carved by Ryoun Moriyuki, age 70, at the foot of Mount Kaisho, Settsu province) and sealed Moriyuki; with original box. Height 15 3/4 in., 40 cm.
• Japanese Edo Period Iron Daisho
  Japanese Edo Period Iron Daisho Shakudo pair of tsuba for a daisho in the Mino Goto style with polonius flowers, chrysanthemums, various vines and tendrils carved in relief and some gilt applied, with a re-enforced mimi, each tsuba with extensive calligraphy of the artist and village where they were made, circa 1800; Each L 2 3/4" (Approx.)
• Fine Japanese Shakudo Manju Netsuke
  Fine Japanese Shakudo Manju Netsuke 1.25''. Inlaid with mixed metals: gold, copper, and steel. Depicting a seated male with basket of flowers. Signed on lower edge. Excellent condition with original patina. 19th century, Edo or Meiji period.
• MID-LENGTH WAKIZASHI W/ SHAKUDO
  MID-LENGTH WAKIZASHI W/ SHAKUDO NANAKO TSUBA Mid-length Wakizashi with a shakudo tsuba signed by Nanko Nagoya-mono, having a 3 Cedar temper line, possibly SEKI School, with no apparent signature, together with a scabbard having a green glitter lacquer finish. Approximate measurements: Blade l. 18". Habaki l. . 875" Handle from Fuchi to Kashira l. 5. 875"
• 8th Century Drunken Poet Relaxing
  8th Century Drunken Poet Relaxing (Japanese, 20th century) two names on right, "SHIKO" upper right, black-ink seal lower left, ink on Japan laid paper, 10 x 16 in. (sight); modern gilt wood frame,
• JAPANESE SHAKUDO, GILT METAL AND
  JAPANESE SHAKUDO, GILT METAL AND WOOD MANJU 19TH CENTURY LENGTH 1".JAPANESE SHAKUDO, GILT METAL AND WOOD MANJU, 19th Century, A shishi mask peering out from a cloud. Dimensions: Length 1". Provenance: Collection of Raymond Bushell.Eldred's, August 22, 2002, Lot #1151.The Collection of Gloria and Joe Kurilecz.
• A JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO
  A JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO SCULPTURAL VASEA JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO SCULPTURAL VASE round atop a sculptural base, each side body featuring classic Meiji period of nature and interior scenes with a foliate border, with stamp underside of base; height: 35 cm (13 3/4 in.) PROVENANCE Private Collection, Westchester
• Japanese Shinto period, circa 1600,
  Japanese Shinto period, circa 1600, Wakizashi blade in shinogi zukuri form showing a very distinct undulating hamon; entire sword in its original form with Edo period tsuba, fuchi kashira and silver menuki in form of kabuto; re-wrapped in second world war for marine officer in blue ito; it's original black lacquered saya covered with a rare marine officers outer leather cover in navy blue indicating use by a naval officer or possibly a submarine commander; With Scabbard L 36" (Approx.)
• Fine Japanese bronze vase, shakudo,
  Fine Japanese bronze vase, shakudo, silver and gold-wire inlaid decoration late 19th century Of cylindrical pear form, silver 'pouring' rim decoration, Petal mounted handles, good bronze body worked to show shakudo petals some e inlaid with gold-wire, drilled and rim cut. H: 8 1/2 in PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Georgia
• 5pc Japanese Shakudo Buckle &
  5pc Japanese Shakudo Buckle & Brooches etc. 2'' to 4''. Includes two brooches, a kozuka handle by Hidekazu Zeshin, a figural warrior slender box, and a boy riding ox buckle (possibly by Munechika). Each work is signed by its maker. Overall excellent condition. 19th century, Meiji period.
• A Japanese Shakudo Plaque The
  A Japanese Shakudo Plaque The rectangular bronze plaque measuring apprx. 3" x 1-1/2" x 3/16" thick has a panoramic landscape in relief with gold and silver inlay with a flowering garden stream and bridge low building pine trees and mountains in the distance. The reverse is cast with Japanese characters with gold pigment rubbed in for accent.
• SHIRO KASAMATSU. "YUDANAKA HOT
  SHIRO KASAMATSU. "YUDANAKA HOT SPRING, SHINSU," COLOR WOODBLOCK PRINT (Japanese, 1898-1991). "Early Evening in Spring at Yudanaka Hot Spring, Shinsu," 1950, color woodblock print, signed in block ll, sight size: 14 x 9 in., framed.
• A Meiji period shakudo work
  A Meiji period shakudo work casket modelled as a Suji Kabuto 2.5ins Estimate ?300-400 Wear to gilding on exterior and on interior there is some wear to the silver and tarnishing. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?450
• A cased set of twelve Japanese
  A cased set of twelve Japanese shakudo work handled knives Meiji period (1868-1912) each relief decorated with a variety of figures and animals the steel blades inscribed 8ins Estimate ?200-300 The majority of the handles are in good condition a couple have some wear to them some of the blades have a bit of rusting to them also and there are some gaps between the handles and the join with the steel blade. The case is in poor condition. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?500
• 2 Sets Japanese Shakudo Fuchi &
  2 Sets Japanese Shakudo Fuchi & Kashira 1.5'' Approx. Includes a fierce dragon and crane in flight set. No visible signatures. Dragon kashira has a cut on side. Overall excellent condition with original patina. 19th century, Edo or Meiji period.
• Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Shoki and
  Japanese Ivory Netsuke of Shoki and Oni Estimate:$600-$800
• Pair of antique, c. 1700-1750,
  Pair of antique, c. 1700-1750, Japanese daisho tsubas in shakudo style depicting cherry blossoms falling from roof; each with gold inlay of elaborate design; includes daisho box; fine condition, age wear, surface wear; Largest L 2 3/4" (Approx.)
• Japanese Wakizashi Shoa Period
  Japanese Wakizashi Shoa Period Blade With Edo Period Mounts ''Wak'' has a Shoa blade in good polish that measures 25'' with tang signed on both sides. Sword is mounted with Edo period family mounts. Tsuba is a combat style of thick iron and gold relief that is wearing thin. Great temper line. Condition: Very good.
• Japanese kozuka 19th
  Japanese kozuka 19th century Mounted as a pin, gold zogan on shakudo-nanako, worked to show ho-ho birds. L: 4 in.
• A JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO
  A JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO SCULPTURAL COVERED VESSEL...A JAPANESE BRONZE AND SHAKUDO SCULPTURAL COVERED VESSEL square with sculpted base, the body featuring various wild bird species, the cover with a rooster and hen finial, with artist stamp underside of base; height including cover: 37.5 cm (14 3/4 in.) PROVENANCE Private Collection, Westchester
• A Shinto Wakizashi in
  A Shinto Wakizashi in KoshiraeSugata:  Shinogi-Zukuri Iori-mune with shallow tori-zoriNagasa: 38.6cmMotohaba: 2.7cm  Sakihaba:  2.1cm Kasane: 6mmHada: Itame/nagare but detail obscured by light abrasion.Hamon: Suguha with ko-gunomeKissaki: Chu-kissaki with slight damage to tip details of boshi not visibleNakago:  Ubu, one mekugi ana, kurijiri Kesho yasurimeiKoshirae light brown silk braid bound same tsuka, iron mokkogata tsuba. Menuki monkeys with baskets of flowers. Fuchi kashira vines in gold over fine shakudo nanako. Gold foil covered copper habaki (damaged) Black ishimei lacquered saya.Provenance: purchased in a local UK antique shop 1958.Lots 539-543 comprise a collection of Japanese edged weapons assembled by the late Mr MacCormick between 1953 and 1963, with one final addition added in 1998. They were all purchased within the UK at local auctions, antique shops or privately. They have never been submitted for shinsa. All of the works are in largely untouched condition and a professional polish would undoubtedly reveal more detail of hada, hamon and boshi. Equally the koshirae include a number of interesting tsuba and small fittings which are worthy of further study and preservation. Mellors & Kirk gratefully acknowledge the assistance of Paul Bowman in the cataloguing of this collection
• Antique Japanese Shakudo Fish
  Antique Japanese Shakudo Fish Brooch Estimate:$800-$1,200
• A Shinto Wakizashi in
  A Shinto Wakizashi in KoshiraeSugata:  Shinogi-Zukuri Iori-mune with shallow tori-zoriNagasa:. 50.5cmMotohaba: 2.8cm Sakihaba: 2.2cm Kasane: 7mmHada: itame but detail obscured by light abrasionHamon: Suguha base with pointed ko-gunomeKissaki: chu-kissakiNakago:  suriage one mekugi ana, signed Terushige (possibly 4th generation circa 1648)Koshirae yellow silk braid bound over black lacquered same tsuka, round iron tsuba with gold inlay. Menuki bow arrows and quiver in copper and gold plain iron fuchi (kashira missing)Provenance: gifted in 1962.Lots 539-543 comprise a collection of Japanese edged weapons assembled by the late Mr MacCormick between 1953 and 1963, with one final addition added in 1998. They were all purchased within the UK at local auctions, antique shops or privately. They have never been submitted for shinsa. All of the works are in largely untouched condition and a professional polish would undoubtedly reveal more detail of hada, hamon and boshi. Equally the koshirae include a number of interesting tsuba and small fittings which are worthy of further study and preservation. Mellors & Kirk gratefully acknowledge the assistance of Paul Bowman in the cataloguing of this collection
• Japanese Zushi Edo Periodblack
  Japanese Zushi Edo Periodblack and gilt lacquered wood shrine opens to reveal a carved wood Buddha seated on a lotus throne with pierced gilt metal mandorla.4 1/4 in.Mandorla is detached from figure; possible small break to mandorla.
• THREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA
  THREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA EDO PERIODTHREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA Edo Period 1) Maru-gata with raised decoration of crayfish. Diameter 3". 2) Mokko-gata with decoration of chrysanthemum and sword on one face and chrysanthemum on the other. Length 3". 3) Naga maru-gata with raised tree decoration on one face and a flowering branch on the other. Length 3".
• TOSHUSAI SHARAKU (JAPAN, ACTIVE
  TOSHUSAI SHARAKU (JAPAN, ACTIVE 1794-95) Portrait of a Samurai in Summer Robe, with gauffrage, in burled walnut frame, gilt inner lip, linen mat, UV glass, OS: 16" x 11 3/4", SS: 12 1/4" x 5 3/4", good condition.
• JAPANESE SHAKUDO BROOCH, 1-1/4 X
  JAPANESE SHAKUDO BROOCH, 1-1/4 X 1-3/4 INJapanese Shakudo Brooch, 1-1/4 x 1-3/4 in
• SHIRO KASAMATSU (JAPANESE,
  SHIRO KASAMATSU (JAPANESE, 1898-1991), BAMBOO IN EARLY SUMMER Woodblock print, dated Showa 29 (1953), signed together with red artist's seal to lower right corner of print, title in upper left of margin, framed with mat in gilt faux bamboo frame, not examined outside of the frame.
• Japanese Chisakatana
  Japanese Chisakatana attributed to koto ostune sokesada school Attributed to Koto Ostune Sokesada school, shinogi-zukuri blade 21 in , mumei, uha nakago, choji-midare hamon, itame hada, matched iron open work sukashi tsuba fuchi-kashira & menuki; shaduko dragons, black lacquered saya.
• KUBO SHUNMAN (JAPANESE, 1757-1820),
  KUBO SHUNMAN (JAPANESE, 1757-1820), TWO PHEASANTS AND BLOSSOMS Meiji period (1868-1912), woodblock print, inscribed with poem to left side, two handsome pheasants are depicted under blooming branches, framed with two mats, not examined outside of the frame.
• A Japanese iron tsuba (Soten
  A Japanese iron tsuba (Soten School) of oval shape depicting four of the Seven Sages of the Bamboo Grove amid rock work and bamboo trees in Marubori with copper and gold numone details and one hitsu-ana with shakudo signed ''Sosheishi Nyudo Soten saku'' 3ins (76mm) x 2.75ins (70mm)
• THREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA
  THREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA EDO PERIODTHREE JAPANESE BRONZE SHAKUDO TSUBA Edo Period 1) Naga maru-gata with decoration on both sides of two cranes under a tree. Length 3". 2) Maru-gata with decoration of a scholar on one face and a warrior on the other. Diameter 3". 3) Maru-gata with openwork scrolled design. Diameter 2.5".
• KAMAMATSU SHIRO, PAGODA IN RAIN
  KAMAMATSU SHIRO, PAGODA IN RAIN AT NIGHTFALL, YANAKA, TOKYO & HIROSHIGE, PAULOWNIA PLANTATION, AKASAKA woodblock prints.
• Kwano Shoko (Japanese, b. 1957)
  Kwano Shoko (Japanese, b. 1957) ?? Quiet Mountain, 2002 Madake, nemagari and rattan Height 13 1/2 x length 12 x width 9 in., 34.29 x 30.48 x 22.86 cm.