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Sumi-Tsubo, Japan, 18th C. browse these categories for related items... All Items: Archives:Regional Art: Pre 1800: item # 264048 Please refer to our stock # 1-0061 when inquiring.
AfricAsia Primitive and Antiques La Borie 81170 Livers Cazelles, FRANCE (33) 5.63.56.27.98 Guest Book SOLD |
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| The Japanese "sumi-tsubo", used to draw straight lines, has been used by carpenters, masons, and other construction workers for many centuries and is till used today. It is made of wood with one end containing a spool to hold a long length of strong string and the other end hollowed out into a shallow bowl to hold cotton saturated with "sumi", or black ink. The string or cord is pulled through the ink, drawn taut, and then lifted near the center and quickly released to snap back into position and produce a straight line. The "sumi-tsubo" we offer is nicely carved to produce an elegant shape. The winch is made of iron, and was originally located above its present place. The piece was made in Japan in the 18th century. Length: 7 5/8" (19,5 cm). Obvious signs of use and age, old (and harmless) infestation in some tiny areas, otherwise very good condition. | ||||||
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