A set of eight Japanese mixed-metal knives, late 19th/early twentieth century

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  • A set of eight Japanese mixed-metal knives, late 19th/early twentieth century


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ZAR 4 000 - 6 000
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A set of eight Japanese mixed-metal knives, late 19th/early twentieth century
two pairs and four further examples, variously applied with dragons, chrysanthemums, deities, monkeys and quails, with later German blades
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