Summer Hits Auction LXV
Lot 202:
A pair of truly exceptional Shakudo cufflinks, the faces being a matched pair of mixed-metal plaques representing all the signs of the Chinese and Japanese Zodiac, including tigers, boars, dragons, rats, roosters, rabbits, snakes, oxen, dogs, monkeys, sheep and horses. The detail work is amazing and the design is one of the most complex we’ve seen. The plaques are mounted on custom-fitted 950 silver backs with toggle mechanisms. The shakudo plaques date to the 19th century Meiji period and the silver fittings are around 1950. Origin: Japan. Condition: excellent, original patina, sharp detail. Dimensions: 1-1/4" x 5/8”. Weight: 12.2 grams.
Condition: Good
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