Japanese Inkwell?

Is This a Japanese Traveling Inkwell?
 
Something i picked up in Japan, actually Okinawa, Japan in a little shop. I vaguely remember the shop owner telling me it was an ink well.
Is it? How old is it and what is it worth?
 
ink well
The top opens with a little hinge
Holes in the Stem
Is This a Japanese Traveling Inkwell?
japanese writing antiques
Is This Made of Brass?
japanese writing antiques
How Old is it?
 
Miller's Buyer's Guide: Chinese & Japanese Antiques: Buyer's Guide

Miller’s Buyer’s Guide: Chinese & Japanese Antiques: Buyer’s Guide

Over 3500 items of popular Chinese and Japanese antiques—such as blue-and-white ginger jars, richly carved lacquer boxes, and jade jewelry—receive illustrated, detailed, and up-to-date coverage in this excellent entry in the popular Miller’s Buyer’s Guide/iseries. It’s first divided by type of ware (such as furniture and ceramics) and then subdivided by country for ease of reference. Each section contains practical guidance on collecting, what to be aware of when starting out, how to spot fakes, and ways to avoid making expensive mistakes.


 

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One Response to “Japanese Inkwell?”

  1. whatisit says:

    Looks like a brass Yatate Inkwell from the late 19th or early 20th century Your Yatate Inkwell Writing Instrument looks to be in excellent condition. The price can be anywhere from 200.00 to 400.00.

    * NOTE: The estimate above is only an approx. valuation. To get a replacement value, the item must be taken to a licensed and qualified appraiser for review, research and authentication.

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