Edo Period Yatate 矢立 (Portable Writing Implement) - Japan - Edo Period (1600-1868)

Edo Period Yatate (Portable Writing Implement)

— An Antique Embodying Japanese Knowledge and Aesthetic —

This item is a yatate, a portable writing implement used in Japan during the Edo period.
Yatate were traditionally carried by samurai, travelers, and scholars, allowing them to write while on the move. They represent a uniquely Japanese practical antique that reflects everyday life of the time.

The tubular body was designed to hold ink, with a brush inserted at the top, enabling writing whenever needed.
It is a highly functional and rational tool, created with the concept of immediate usability in mind.

The subdued metallic texture and the patina developed through long-term use quietly convey the lifestyle and spiritual culture of the Edo period.
More than a simple writing tool, the yatate can be seen as a symbol of learning, record-keeping, travel, and samurai refinement.

Today, yatate are valued less for practical use and more for their cultural and historical significance, including:

Japanese antiques and Edo-period collections

Display pieces reflecting traditional Japanese aesthetics

Reference objects representing Japanese history and calligraphic culture

Condition

Signs of age and use consistent with an antique

No major damage observed; in good condition as an antique
(Please refer to the photographs for details.)

Size:

Length: approx. 16.5 cm

Width: approx. 2.2 cm

Height: approx. 4 cm

Weight: approx. 151 g

A compact yet evocative piece that allows one to experience the history and intellectual culture of Japan.
A fine addition to any serious collection.

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