Antique Japanese Meiji / Taisho Era Early 1900's Japanese Kiseru Good Draw 8.5" Makie The highly figured wood grain

The highly figured wood grain is beautiful in all Keyaki (Japanese elm) face with Sugi wood (Japanese cedar) casing

Height = 6"

Weight = 2lbs 16oz

it remains in fine condition with the exception of a damaged spot shown in detail in the photos

Antique Japanese Meiji / Taisho Era Early 1900's Japanese Kiseru Good Draw 8.5" Makie The highly figured wood grainThis is an antique Japanese kiseru () from the Meiji Taisho Era (early 1900's). It has a metal mouth piece and bowl with bamboo center. It is quite elegant and compact and still has a nice draw. Along with a warm centuries old patina, this kiseru has a good draw and is still very functional. This kiseru measures 8 1 2" (21. 5 cm) long. It has been well used, yet well loved and, along with its warm aged patina, this kiseru remains in very good