Japanese Edo-Period style Writing Set — Copper Ink Container with Brush (矢立 / Yatate), 17th–18th - Calligraphy pen
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Japanese Edo-period yatate portable writing set with a copper alloy ink container and bamboo brush, dating to the 17th–18th century, 16 cm long and 4 cm in diameter, in good condition with signs of aging and not in working order.
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This lot features a Japanese portable writing set (矢立 / Yatate) dating to the Edo period (17th–18th century). Yatate were essential personal writing tools carried by samurai, merchants, and scholars, consisting of a small ink container and an attached brush.
The ink container is made of copper alloy and displays engraved decoration with a naturally developed patina from prolonged use. The attached brush is formed from bamboo and wood, secured with a textile cord, reflecting traditional construction methods.
Such writing sets were designed for practicality and portability, allowing users to write notes, records, or correspondence while traveling. Over time, yatate have become highly collectible as examples of Japanese daily life objects and scholar’s tools from the Edo period.
This example retains its original components and shows honest wear consistent with age, making it a genuine and evocative artifact of pre-modern Japanese culture.
Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post
NOTICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.
The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size.
Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond.
If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.
I appreciate your cooperation.
This lot features a Japanese portable writing set (矢立 / Yatate) dating to the Edo period (17th–18th century). Yatate were essential personal writing tools carried by samurai, merchants, and scholars, consisting of a small ink container and an attached brush.
The ink container is made of copper alloy and displays engraved decoration with a naturally developed patina from prolonged use. The attached brush is formed from bamboo and wood, secured with a textile cord, reflecting traditional construction methods.
Such writing sets were designed for practicality and portability, allowing users to write notes, records, or correspondence while traveling. Over time, yatate have become highly collectible as examples of Japanese daily life objects and scholar’s tools from the Edo period.
This example retains its original components and shows honest wear consistent with age, making it a genuine and evocative artifact of pre-modern Japanese culture.
Method of Shipment
FedEx or Japan Post
NOTICE
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped by FedEx or Japan Post.
Delivery usually takes 1–2 weeks.
The shipping method may vary depending on the item price and size.
Sometimes Customs or the delivery company in your country may contact you by phone or email for clearance. Please make sure you are available to respond.
If not, the parcel may be returned to me, and reshipping will cost more than twice the original shipping fee.
I appreciate your cooperation.
Details
Era
1400-1900
No. of items
1
Model / Type
Japanese Edo-Period style Writing Set — Copper Ink Container with Brush (矢立 / Yatate), 17th–18th
Country of Origin
Japan
Period
Edo period (1603–1868)
Material
Copper Alloy, Bamboo
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
In working order
No
Diameter
4 cm
Length
16 cm
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