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LOT 2695
Japanese Silver Topped Bamboo Cane
EARLY 20TH CENTURY A.D.
26 in. (54 grams, 66.1 cm).
Comprising: hollow bamboo cane with incised decorative panels, hatched and reserved detailing; incised 'NIRO' legend; the handle a T-shaped round-section tube with one flat and one domed face, repoussé floral ornament. [No Reserve]
ProvenanceAcquired on the UK art market.
Property of a Nottinghamshire, UK, gentleman.
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LOT 2695
Japanese Silver Topped Bamboo Cane
Estimate £40 - 60€46 - 70 (for guidance only)$54 - 81 (for guidance only)
Opening Bid
£5 (EUR 6; USD 7) +BP*
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