Japanese Gold Red Ink Pad Case
This is a vintage Japanese vermilion ink pad with a lid. This type of ink is used for Hanko or Inkan, the Japanese seals. The metal container is 24 gold plated. The lid has a Ho-Oh bird relief (a popular Buddhist motif). This case comes with a matching clam shell style box. There are Kanji on the box. Inside of the box is upholstered.
- Gold
- 24K Gold plated metal
- C1970
- Kanji on the box: 黄金 朱肉 鵬 meaning Gold, red ink pad, big bird
- Item weight: 251 grams
- Packed weight: 451 grams
- Approx. [Pad] 6.5 cm wide x 2 cm tall; [Box] 10.5 cm long x 8.5 cm wide x 3 cm tall
- Good condition considering its age. The ink is dried out. Wear and tear due to age. Please see the photos.
- Acquired from a friend's home in Gifu, Japan
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About Us: We are Dan and Maiko. Since moving to Japan in 2001, we have gained a vast knowledge of Japanese antiques and vintage items and we are happy to bring you many beautiful items from Japan. If you have any questions don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
