{"product_id":"curio_other_second-hand-article_fynd-0003836","title":"[Antiques] Smoking pipe (kisel) \/ Murata \/ Meiji-Early Showa era (estimated) \/ Brass \/ Japan \/ Rayu smoking pipe, with label","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is a Rayu smoke pipe with a black and silver goose neck and a morning glory-shaped brass mouthpiece connected by a thin bluish bamboo tube. The paper label with the word \"Murata\" written on it in the center of the tube is still clearly visible to this day, and is reminiscent of the time when it was manufactured and distributed from the Meiji period to the early Showa period. The solid black of the gooseneck, the warm gold of the brass of the mouthpiece, and the cool green bamboo pipe all resonate in three ways, creating a simple and neat form of beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Rayu smoking pipe is a type of smoking pipe that uses a thin bamboo pipe (Rayu) between a metal gooseneck and a mouthpiece, and is a smoking device unique to Japan that was widely used by everyone from the common people to the samurai class from the late Edo period to the Meiji and Taisho eras. The mouthpiece is made of brass and spreads out gracefully like a morning glory, and you can feel the craftsman's care in shaping the part that touches the mouth. The ``Murata'' label wrapped around the tube is thought to indicate the smoke pipe dealer or manufacturer at the time, and it can be said to be a rare item that has remained in almost the same condition as when it was distributed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRecommended uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eJust by placing it on a display shelf or in a storage room for accessories in your study, you can add the tranquil aesthetics of Japanese smoking culture to your space. This pipe is a core item in a smoke pipe collection, as it has a label and is of high historical value. It also makes a great choice as a gift for lovers of folk utensils and antiques.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eInterior coordination proposal\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e[Japanese modern]\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen placed on a low shelf or alcove along with black or rust-colored vessels and stationery, the cool color of green bamboo will breathe a dignified Japanese vibe into the space.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e[Industrial]\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhen placed casually on a shelf made of old wood or iron, the metal texture of the iron gooseneck and brass mouthpiece blends in naturally, giving it a rustic presence as an oriental folk tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout quality and condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs this is a reused product, there is some signs of use compared to a new product.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be some color unevenness due to repair marks or aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight scratches or scuff marks due to use, but this does not affect use.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThere may be slight differences in color tone between the photo and the actual item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/search?q=%E6%9D%91%E7%94%B0\u0026amp;type=product\"\u003eClick here for other Murata products\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52115863470361,"sku":"FYND-0003836","price":15800.0,"currency_code":"JPY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0916\/7106\/8953\/files\/FYND-0003836_2__result.webp?v=1775204374","url":"https:\/\/fynd-jp.com\/en\/products\/antiques-smoking-pipe-kisel-murata-meiji-early-showa-era-estimated-brass-japan-rayu-smoking-pipe-with-label","provider":"アンティーク・リユースセレクトショップ Fynd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}