Japanese Hanging Scroll Weights Fuchin w/ Box
This is a pair of Japanese hanging scroll (kakejiku) weights, or fuchin. Fuchin is a decoration that hangs on both ends of the bottom of a hanging scroll. It's a decoration as well as weighs the scroll down to keep it straight.
This item features porcelain "stones" in a rounded square shape that features a sometsuke (indigo blue and white) design of the lucky hammer often associate with Daikokuten, one of the Seven Lucky Gods. It has brown tassels with a gold accent underlayer at the head. It comes with a box, however it is not the original.
- Blue, white, brown, gold
- Porcelain, ceramic, silk
- Kanji on box: Fuchin, high quality stone material
- C1930
- Item Weight: 167 grams
- Packed Weight: 400 grams
- Approx. [Full Length] 27 cm long, [Stone] 3.5 cm long x 2 cm wide x 3.5 cm tall, [Tassel] 12.5 cm long
- Good condition considering age. Tassel loop is worn and fraying. Wear and tear due to age. Please view the photos carefully.
- We got this item at an antique auction in Tajimi 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. We are excited to offer you a delightful glimpse of the beauty that Japan has to offer. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to get in touch with us.
