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Authentic Edo Period Japanese Shinobue Flute - Natural Urushi Lacquer Antique Mitchell Flower Vase
This is a rare and atmospheric Antique Japanese Shinobue (bamboo flute) dating back to the Edo Period . More than just a musical instrument, this piece is a testament to classical Japanese craftsmanship, finished in high-grade natural Urushi lacquer.
The Aesthetics of "Mitate" (Creative Repurposing): In the world of Japanese Tea Ceremony (Chanoyu), connoisseurs known as Sukisha often repurpose historical objects into new forms of art. This flute is highly prized as a Mitate Kake-hanaire (wall-hanging flower vase). Suspending a single seasonal wildflower through the finger holes creates a profound Zen-like atmosphere.
Key Features:
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Exquisite Urushi Patina: The surface is coated in multiple layers of natural black lacquer, developed over centuries into a lustrous, deep finish similar to high-quality Edo-period Netsuke or Tansu chests.
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Organic Bamboo Form: The natural nodes of the bamboo are visible beneath the lacquer, providing an elegant, rhythmic silhouette.
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Historical Detail: The interior of the embouchure and finger holes shows traces of traditional red lacquer, a classic feature of Edo-era instruments.
Period: Edo Period (17th–19th Century)
Length: 41.0 cm / 16.1 in
Diameter: 1.6 cm / 0.6 in
Weight: 45 g / 0.1 lbs
Material: Bamboo, Natural Urushi Lacquer
Condition: Authentic Antique Condition. The lacquer has a beautiful, historically significant luster with minor surface scuffs and aged character.
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