Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Hakari Tenbin Balance 5.2oz 1.5" Musical Instrument Documented motif—the pommel/backstrap blossom panel

Documented motif—the pommel/backstrap blossom panel corresponds to Plate 6-11

their steep roofs rendered in crisp etched line while a persimmon branch arcs into the pale sky

Jurojin is revered not only for his specific domain over longevity but also for his role in bringing good fortune and prosperity

influenced by Chinese carved lacquerware

Antique Japanese Meiji Era (1868-1912) Hakari Tenbin Balance 5.2oz 1.5" Musical Instrument Documented motif—the pommel/backstrap blossom panelThis is an antique Japanese balance scale (hakari) weight dating to the Meiji Era (1868 1912). It has Japanese writing on one side and a shop logo on the other. It is bell shaped with a lanyard ring at the top to adjust up and down a pole scale. Height = 1. 5" (5cm) Diameter = 1. 5" (4cm) Weight = 5. 2 oz With exception to some blemishes and oxidation it has a nice aged patina, it remains in very good functional condition.