19th C. Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Yatate Inkwell with Crab, Figural collectibles Some missing stitching on the

Some missing stitching on the bottom of the bag

Good Clean Condition

Nouveau bronze & gypsum sculptures

pencil and ink drawings

(Probably the Owners Name)

19th C. Meiji Period Japanese Bronze Yatate Inkwell with Crab, Figural collectibles Some missing stitching on theWe are offering a wonderful bronze brush holder inkwell known as a Yatate, dated circa 1860's 1880's. This beautiful Meiji period piece stands out for it's unique figural design of the crab that adorns the hinged lid of the inkwell. It has really nice patina, and would be a great addition to anyone collection of Japanese antiquities. Yatate literally means "quiver". The name comes from the practice of early bushi who kept ink stones inside their