Antique Hand Carved Inkan Stamp in Boxwood 2.5" Tools a pottery produced in the

a pottery produced in the Kaga region of Ishikawa Prefecture and it has a history of over 350 years

This set was high fired for lasting durability

Katanadansu were used to store precious samurai swords and related accessories

Finished in traditional auspicious red

This is done in a distinct stencil print of the late 1800's

Antique Hand Carved Inkan Stamp in Boxwood 2.5" Tools a pottery produced in theThis is a vintage Chinese booxwood stamp known as an inkan. In Japan and China one does not sign, but rather stamp ones name with a chop or inkan like this one. This over a half century old inkan stamp measures 2. 5" tall by 1" wide by 1 8 thick. Despite some minor signs of use, this stamp remains in good condition.