Antique Meiji Era c1870's Japanese Bronze Signed Kiseru Good Draw 9.5" Shakuhachi and the spring alpine scene

and the spring alpine scene — snow still on the peaks

possibly "composed by Maochuan" (卯川句)

It dates from the mid Showa Era

This carving measures 15

No chips or hairlines

Antique Meiji Era c1870's Japanese Bronze Signed Kiseru Good Draw 9.5" Shakuhachi and the spring alpine sceneThis is an antique Japanese kiseru () from the mid Meiji Era (c. 1870). It has a bronze mouth piece and bronze 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 150 plus year old antique kiseru measures 9 1 2" (24 cm) long. It has been well used, yet well loved and, along with its warm aged patina, this kiseru