Yokohama - Samurai Shokai - Brush washer - Silver, sterling
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Samurai Shokai Yokohama sterling silver clothes brush, with a repoussé Japanese dragon on a hand‑hammered back, 16 cm long, weighing 90.74 g, fitted with natural bristles and bearing the side mark Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling; Japan, 19th century Meiji period.
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Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling Silver Clothes Brush
Japan assay mark, mid 19th century, 925/000, and same date marker's mark.
An elegant antique clothes brush by Samurai Shokai, Yokohama, featuring a sterling silver mounted back finely decorated in repoussé with a striking Japanese dragon against a hand-hammered background. Fitted with natural bristles, this refined grooming accessory reflects the exceptional craftsmanship for which Samurai Shokai was renowned during the late Meiji and Taishō periods, producing luxury silverware for both the Japanese and international markets.
The side of the mount is stamped "Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling", confirming its maker and sterling silver composition. The dragon motif, a traditional symbol of strength, wisdom, and good fortune in Japanese culture, adds both artistic appeal and collectability to this exceptional piece.
Maker: Samurai Shokai, Yokohama
Material: Sterling silver mount with natural bristles
Decoration: Repoussé Japanese dragon on a hand-hammered ground
Mark: "Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling" stamped on the side
Origin: Japan
Weight: 90.74g
Dimension: 16cm
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling Silver Clothes Brush
Japan assay mark, mid 19th century, 925/000, and same date marker's mark.
An elegant antique clothes brush by Samurai Shokai, Yokohama, featuring a sterling silver mounted back finely decorated in repoussé with a striking Japanese dragon against a hand-hammered background. Fitted with natural bristles, this refined grooming accessory reflects the exceptional craftsmanship for which Samurai Shokai was renowned during the late Meiji and Taishō periods, producing luxury silverware for both the Japanese and international markets.
The side of the mount is stamped "Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling", confirming its maker and sterling silver composition. The dragon motif, a traditional symbol of strength, wisdom, and good fortune in Japanese culture, adds both artistic appeal and collectability to this exceptional piece.
Maker: Samurai Shokai, Yokohama
Material: Sterling silver mount with natural bristles
Decoration: Repoussé Japanese dragon on a hand-hammered ground
Mark: "Samurai Shokai Yokohama Sterling" stamped on the side
Origin: Japan
Weight: 90.74g
Dimension: 16cm
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Material
sterling, Silver
Manufacturer/brand
Yokohama
Designer/artist/maker
Samurai Shokai
Dynastic style/period
19th century
Country of origin
Japan
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Sold with stand
No
Height
16 cm
Width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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