Maritime object - Glass
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He accumulated 18 years' experience, worked as junior specialist at Sotheby’s and managed Kunsthandel Jacques Fijnaut.
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Six vintage glass fishing floats from Japan, dating to the 1980s–1990s, each 8 cm in height, width and depth, in fair condition with original protective ropes.
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Description from the seller
A set of 6 vintage Japanese glass fishing floats (bin-dama) with their original protective ropes.
- Quantity: 6 pieces
- Condition: Fair / Vintage condition
- Rope: The protective ropes show signs of aging and wear, with some parts being broken/damaged due to historical use.
- Glass: The glass contains numerous bubbles (気泡), giving them a beautiful, rustic vintage character.
Perfect for maritime decor, interior design, or garden displays. Please check the photos carefully for detailed conditions.
- Shipping Method: Japan Post
Carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
Please note that for items with a value exceeding $150, customs duties, taxes, or import fees may be charged upon arrival in your country. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
While we pack items carefully, due to errors by the shipping company, items may be repacked at customs or damaged upon arrival.
If this happens, please contact us immediately.
Please carefully open the packaging and keep the packaging materials until the transaction is complete, as you may be eligible for insurance from the shipping company.
After receiving the item, please promptly send us photos of the item and the damaged area.
We will issue a refund depending on the situation.
Seller's Story
We sell from Japan. We handle a wide range of products, from vintage film cameras to digital cameras and other Japanese goods.
We carefully photograph and pack each item to ensure it arrives safely to our customers.
A set of 6 vintage Japanese glass fishing floats (bin-dama) with their original protective ropes.
- Quantity: 6 pieces
- Condition: Fair / Vintage condition
- Rope: The protective ropes show signs of aging and wear, with some parts being broken/damaged due to historical use.
- Glass: The glass contains numerous bubbles (気泡), giving them a beautiful, rustic vintage character.
Perfect for maritime decor, interior design, or garden displays. Please check the photos carefully for detailed conditions.
- Shipping Method: Japan Post
Carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
Please note that for items with a value exceeding $150, customs duties, taxes, or import fees may be charged upon arrival in your country. These charges are the buyer's responsibility.
While we pack items carefully, due to errors by the shipping company, items may be repacked at customs or damaged upon arrival.
If this happens, please contact us immediately.
Please carefully open the packaging and keep the packaging materials until the transaction is complete, as you may be eligible for insurance from the shipping company.
After receiving the item, please promptly send us photos of the item and the damaged area.
We will issue a refund depending on the situation.
Seller's Story
We sell from Japan. We handle a wide range of products, from vintage film cameras to digital cameras and other Japanese goods.
We carefully photograph and pack each item to ensure it arrives safely to our customers.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Country of origin
Japan
Material
Glass
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
8 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1980-1990, 1990-2000
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