Japanese Antique Wooden Shogi Board with Pieces Go Game Meiji to Early Showa Era

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Japanese Antique Wooden Shogi Board with Pieces Go Game Meiji Era WO478
This is a Japanese wooden Shogi board with game pieces, crafted from solid wood.
It reflects the craftsmanship and aesthetic of the Meiji period, showing a beautiful wood grain and aged texture from years of use.
The names of the maker and the owner are inscribed on the back.
Although the underside is not flat, the piece was intentionally crafted to embrace and highlight the natural form and character of the wood.

Unlike the later machine-made Shogi pieces from the mid-Showa period onward, this board features hand-carved pieces.
The characters on the pieces resemble the hori-ume-goma (engraved and inlaid pieces) style, a traditional technique in which the grooves are carved by hand and filled with ink or lacquer.
The calligraphy style is a semi-regular script with clerical influences (reisho style), commonly seen during the Meiji to Taisho periods.

Features

• Type: Shogi board with koma (game pieces)

• Material: Natural wood

• Period: Likely quite old, probably from the Meiji to early Showa period (Japan).

• Includes a full set of wooden shogi pieces (koma)

• The underside features natural wood bark and old inscriptions, adding to its historic charm.

• The board shows traces of hand-carved lines and old ink calligraphy, representing authentic Japanese game culture.

Uses
Originally used for traditional Japanese Shogi games, it can now be displayed as an interior decoration, Japanese cultural collectible, or wabi-sabi art object.
Its natural wood form and aged surface make it ideal for collectors or as a conversation piece in Japanese-style interiors.

Size
Width: 29cm / approx. 11.4 inches
Depth: 31.5cm / approx. 12.4 inches
Height: 8.5cm / approx. 3.3 inches
Board weight: 5.7kg

Condition
Used / Shows visible cracks, chips, and age-related wear.
The underside retains natural bark and has some losses and old inscriptions.
Despite its damage, it stands as a powerful example of traditional Japanese craftsmanship and retains a strong presence as a display piece.

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