Brass and silver jointed kiseru “Unryu carved” "Sekishu"/ no.2189
by 谷川清次郎商店
£658.00The dragon that appears with the cloud brocade has a wish-granting jewel firmly grasped in its claws, and is carved with intricate carving techniques in a bold composition that makes it appear as if the dragon is entwined around the entire pipe. This is a very auspicious design.
The entire metal part is made of nickel silver, with brass fittings on the bowl.
The bamboo tube has a spiral pattern carved into it using a mold. It is called uzubushi because the bamboo has nodes.
In Japan, from the Edo period to the early Showa period, the most common smoking accessory was the kiseru (tobacco pipe).
In the Edo period, kiseru was one of the few luxury items people enjoyed, and it was widely used in casual social situations, such as when people enjoyed conversation while smoking it during breaks from work, and was used as a way to show hospitality to visitors.
They admire it as a tool and enjoy conversation while smoking a cigarette.
Even today, many people are attracted to it as a symbol of Japanese "iki" culture due to its history and the beauty of its craftsmanship, and there are many enthusiasts.
| Google Arts Culture |
Kiseru
| Contents |
Pattern: Cloud dragon
Bamboo tube section: Tortoiseshell bamboo (fake tortoiseshell)
| Material |
German silver, brass, bamboo (tortoiseshell pattern)
| Actual size |
Total length: approx. 21.5cm
Diameter of bamboo: approx. 9mm
| Packages |
Paulownia wood box
| Care instructions and handling precautions |
Regular cleaning will help your pipe last longer. We recommend replacing the bamboo pipe every six months if you are a frequent smoker, and about once a year if you are an occasional smoker. Maintenance such as replacing the bamboo pipe can be carried out by the manufacturer, Tanigawa Seijiro Shoten. Please contact the contact information included with the product.
We do not sell "Koiki" shredded tobacco. If you would like to purchase it, please go to a tobacco specialty store.
| About delivery date |
If in stock: Same day delivery
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