JAPAN - MEIJI period (1868 - 1912) Three yatate : - one in shibuichi. The inkwell bound by a string, with wax reserve, chased with the character "Eternity" and the Kitanokoji môn. The handle containing a calligraphic bamboo brush. L. 21.2 cm. Small tear to the stopper; bottom of the wax reserve damaged. - one in brass with copper or white metal wire rings. Circular inkwell. Illegible stamp. L. 16.9 cm. Soldering to be revised. - one in cast bronze with plant tendrils. The inkwell decorated with a phoenix. L .16,5 cm. = Wear, scratches and a few knocks.