Antique Japanese Meiji 1800's Wooden Silk Spindles Sugi Wood Tea Ceremony It remains in fine condition

It remains in fine condition

Having been in storage for several decades

1886 by the great Japanese artist Yoshitoshi Tsukioka (1839 to 1892)

It measures about 2 3/4" (7 cm) in diameter and 1/4" (

hand-forged iron warabite (蕨手) bail handles

Antique Japanese Meiji 1800's Wooden Silk Spindles Sugi Wood Tea Ceremony It remains in fine conditionThis is a 100 year old silk spindle used in loom weaving during the Meiji era. . A living part of Japanese history and a beautiful accent to your home. This spindle measures 7" by 7" by 8" (17. 5 x 17. 5 x 20. 5cm). Having been stored for most of that past century, it remains in fine antique condition. Note some minor nicks, scuffs and oil build up on the ends form years of handling