{"product_id":"1800s-samurai-bronze-suiteki-tsuba-water-dropper-edo-meiji-japanese-antique","title":"1800s Samurai Bronze Suiteki Tsuba Water Dropper Edo Meiji Japanese Antique","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"553\" data-end=\"767\"\u003eDiscover an extraordinary piece of Japanese history with this authentic \u003cstrong data-start=\"625\" data-end=\"669\"\u003e19th-century Samurai bronze Suiteki (水滴)\u003c\/strong\u003e, a traditional calligraphy water dispenser crafted in the shape of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"739\" data-end=\"766\"\u003eSamurai sword Tsuba (鍔)\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"1008\"\u003eDating from the late \u003cstrong data-start=\"790\" data-end=\"827\"\u003eEdo to early Meiji period (1800s)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this exceptionally rare bronze artifact was sourced directly from an official \u003cstrong data-start=\"907\" data-end=\"946\"\u003eJapanese Government Antique Auction\u003c\/strong\u003e, ensuring authenticity, provenance, and collector confidence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1010\" data-end=\"1326\"\u003eSuiteki were essential tools in traditional Japanese and East Asian calligraphy, used to dispense precise drops of water when preparing ink on an inkstone. What makes this piece truly remarkable is its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1212\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003eSamurai-inspired tsuba design\u003c\/strong\u003e, blending the worlds of martial culture, scholarship, and refined craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1328\" data-end=\"1576\"\u003eThe bronze body displays a beautiful natural patina accumulated over more than a century, highlighting the intricate floral and traditional metalwork details. Pieces of this quality and age are becoming increasingly difficult to find—even in Japan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1578\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eThis is a true museum-quality collectible for serious collectors of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1646\" data-end=\"1739\"\u003eSamurai antiques, Japanese bronzeware, calligraphy tools, tsuba, or Edo-period artifacts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1744\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"x071ji\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003e✨ Highlights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1763\" data-end=\"2152\"\u003e✅ Authentic 1800s Edo–Meiji period artifact\u003cbr data-start=\"1806\" data-end=\"1809\"\u003e✅ Genuine Japanese bronze \u003cstrong data-start=\"1835\" data-end=\"1851\"\u003eSuiteki (水滴)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1854\"\u003e✅ Rare \u003cstrong data-start=\"1861\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003eSamurai Tsuba-shaped design\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1892\" data-end=\"1895\"\u003e✅ Traditional calligraphy water dropper\u003cbr data-start=\"1934\" data-end=\"1937\"\u003e✅ Beautiful original bronze patina\u003cbr data-start=\"1971\" data-end=\"1974\"\u003e✅ Fine hand-cast decorative details\u003cbr data-start=\"2009\" data-end=\"2012\"\u003e✅ Sourced from Japanese Government Antique Auction\u003cbr data-start=\"2062\" data-end=\"2065\"\u003e✅ Museum-quality collector’s piece\u003cbr data-start=\"2099\" data-end=\"2102\"\u003e✅ Extremely rare—even in Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"2132\" data-end=\"2135\"\u003e✅ Made in Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2154\" data-end=\"2157\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"eeuzhx\" data-start=\"2159\" data-end=\"2180\"\u003eAbout Suiteki (水滴)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2328\"\u003eSuiteki are traditional water droppers used in Japanese calligraphy for adding controlled amounts of water to an inkstone when preparing sumi ink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2566\"\u003eDuring the Edo and Meiji periods, scholars, monks, samurai, and calligraphers often used beautifully crafted Suiteki made from bronze, ceramic, or lacquer. Unique forms such as animals, symbols, or samurai motifs were especially prized.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2733\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"2573\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eTsuba-shaped Suiteki\u003c\/strong\u003e beautifully represents the harmony between \u003cstrong data-start=\"2641\" data-end=\"2684\"\u003ebushido spirit and scholarly refinement\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it a highly meaningful collector’s item.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"2740\" data-end=\"2752\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2754\" data-end=\"2794\"\u003eVery good antique condition for its age.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2796\" data-end=\"2949\"\u003e✅ Beautiful natural bronze patina\u003cbr data-start=\"2829\" data-end=\"2832\"\u003e✅ Minor bronze oxidation and age-related marks\u003cbr data-start=\"2878\" data-end=\"2881\"\u003e✅ No major structural damage\u003cbr data-start=\"2909\" data-end=\"2912\"\u003e✅ Fully authentic antique condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2951\" data-end=\"2967\"\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2967\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003eThe wooden box shown is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2994\" data-end=\"3018\"\u003enot the original box\u003c\/strong\u003e and is included as a complimentary protective gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3146\"\u003ePlease examine all photos carefully, as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3151\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"rjyxla\" data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3194\"\u003eAdditional Information About This Item\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3196\" data-end=\"3501\"\u003e• Era: 1800s (Edo–Meiji Period)\u003cbr data-start=\"3227\" data-end=\"3230\"\u003e• Origin: Japan\u003cbr data-start=\"3245\" data-end=\"3248\"\u003e• Material: Bronze\u003cbr data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e• Type: Suiteki (Water Dropper)\u003cbr data-start=\"3300\" data-end=\"3303\"\u003e• Design: Samurai Tsuba (Sword Guard)\u003cbr data-start=\"3340\" data-end=\"3343\"\u003e• Function: Calligraphy accessory \/ collector display\u003cbr data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003e• Box Included: Yes (gift box, not original)\u003cbr data-start=\"3443\" data-end=\"3446\"\u003e• Auction Source: Japanese Government Antique Auction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e📢 Important Shipping Policy Update\u003cbr\u003eTo ensure safe delivery, we currently ship one item per order only.\u003cbr\u003eOrders with multiple items may be canceled and refunded. 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