Desk set - Sumi-e calligraphy set
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Complete vintage Japanese sumi-e and shodo calligraphy set, including a decorative black lacquer tray with gold pine motif, inkstone, green metal bunchin in bamboo form, brush, dragon-shaped porcelain brush holder, small porcelain water dish, and a felt mat, dating from circa 1980–1990, in good condition with minor age‑related wear.
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Vintage Japanese sumi-e / shodo calligraphy set - Complete set with decorative tray, inkstone, brush, and accessories - Japan, circa 1980-1990
Description:
Complete vintage Japanese sumi-e (ink painting) and shodo (calligraphy) set, originating from the Netherlands where it was purchased new in the 1980s-1990s.
The set consists of:
Decorative storage tray made of black plastic with a gold-colored pine tree (matsu) motif in a lacquer style.
Rectangular inkstone (suzuri).
• Green metal paperweight (bunchin) in bamboo shape with purple cord.
Calligraphy brush (fude) with bamboo steel and animal hair.
Porcelain brush holder in the shape of a dragon figure (celadon-like glaze).
Small porcelain water bowl with floral motif.
• Felt mat (shitajiki) (absorbs excess ink and provides resilience).
The set is in good, well-maintained condition with normal signs of use (light scratches on the inkstone, minor discolorations). No fractures or significant damage. Everything is original and complete.
Ideal for practitioners of sumi-e or shodo, or as a decorative collectible with Asian art.
Tray dimensions: 29.5 x 20.5 x 4.5 cm
Vintage Japanese sumi-e / shodo calligraphy set - Complete set with decorative tray, inkstone, brush, and accessories - Japan, circa 1980-1990
Description:
Complete vintage Japanese sumi-e (ink painting) and shodo (calligraphy) set, originating from the Netherlands where it was purchased new in the 1980s-1990s.
The set consists of:
Decorative storage tray made of black plastic with a gold-colored pine tree (matsu) motif in a lacquer style.
Rectangular inkstone (suzuri).
• Green metal paperweight (bunchin) in bamboo shape with purple cord.
Calligraphy brush (fude) with bamboo steel and animal hair.
Porcelain brush holder in the shape of a dragon figure (celadon-like glaze).
Small porcelain water bowl with floral motif.
• Felt mat (shitajiki) (absorbs excess ink and provides resilience).
The set is in good, well-maintained condition with normal signs of use (light scratches on the inkstone, minor discolorations). No fractures or significant damage. Everything is original and complete.
Ideal for practitioners of sumi-e or shodo, or as a decorative collectible with Asian art.
Tray dimensions: 29.5 x 20.5 x 4.5 cm
Details
Era
1900-2000
Material
Sumi-e calligraphy set
Country of Origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
29.5 cm
Width
20.5 cm
Depth
4.5 cm
Estimated Period
1980-1990
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