Kawase Hasui
Zaimoku Island, Matsushima
Date: 1930s.
Size: Approximately 5.75 x 3.75 inches.
Publisher: Watanabe Shozaburo.
Reference: Hotei #Hp-26.
Medium: Japanese woodblock print
Condition: Excellent.
A rarely seen design.

A set of 6pcs of Chinese silver spoons and 5pcs of forks, with Chinese character motif. Excellent condition. Weighs 93g. L:11.5cm

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