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Antique Japanese Late Edo Kayaku-Ire Gunpowder Flask Date Clan Crest Samurai

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Description

Antique Japanese Late Edo Kayaku-Ire Gunpowder Flask Date Clan Crest Samurai WO653

This is an antique Japanese kayaku-ire (gunpowder flask) dating from the late Edo period, probably the 19th century.

The flask has a compact rounded body finished in glossy black lacquer and is decorated on the front with a bold red circular crest-like motif composed of three vertical bars.

The body appears to be made of wood and is fitted with a long metal dispensing spout, probably made from a copper alloy. The metal surface shows natural oxidation and aged patina consistent with long use and age.

Japanese kayaku-ire were portable containers used for carrying gunpowder for matchlock firearms. Lacquered wood was a common material for these flasks, and examples decorated with family crests or personal emblems are known from the Edo period.

The flask retains old cord fittings and associated fiber cords. These show considerable age, wear, fraying, and discoloration. An old paper-wrapped element is also present among the cords.

The interior is finished in dark lacquer. The rim, cord holes, and edges show wear, chips, and surface loss from age and use.

Based on the construction, lacquer finish, metal fittings, and overall condition, this piece is considered to date from the late Edo period, around the 19th century, although an early Meiji date cannot be completely excluded.

Size
10 × 5.5 × 2.8 cm

Weight
25 g

One of the small metal fittings around the cord hole remains in place, while the corresponding fitting on the opposite side appears to be missing. Please refer to the photos for details.
The item is in antique condition and shows signs of age and historical use, including lacquer wear, edge chips, scratches, patina, oxidation to the metal fitting, and wear to the old cords.

Please check the photos carefully for details and condition.

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