NO. 334 ⭕️ Rare Taishi-gata Ryoben Ken, favored by women ◉ Amabata Suzuri (Modern Master, 12th generation Yahei Amemiya) [1] Length: 123mm [2] Width: 77mm [3] Thickness: 19mm Weight: 314g [4] Maker: Kai Amabata Suzuri Honpo, Modern Master, 12th generation Yahei Amemiya [5] Engraving Signature: Amabata [6] Box: Matching paper box (130mm x 85mm x 24mm) (The box shows some wear.) (Includes a copy of the Amabata Suzuri record and contact information for Yahei Amemiya. Purple cloth included.) [7] Condition: No noticeable scratches or stains, but some wear and tear due to age. [8] Shape: Fuuji-gata Ryoben Ken ◉ This work is a small, meticulously crafted piece for kana and small characters by a modern master. The stone pattern beautifully appears, undulating from the upper side of the sea to the lower side of the hill. When light is applied, it shines silver like fine sand. A small amount of the light brown stone characteristic of Amabata Suzuri can be seen on the upper left side of the sea. The underside of the inkstone has two carefully crafted feet, and the artisan's skill shapes the whole with elegance. ⭕️ This is a special piece, and its size and beauty make it a favorite among women, so please consider it. We welcome your comments. ※ Please refrain from purchasing if you are looking for a perfect item or are overly concerned about condition. ◉ 11th generation Seiken Amemiya (1892-1973) He studied design with Takeuchi Seihō, a master of Japanese painting, at the Tokyo School of Fine Arts, and became an inspector of the Japan Kogei Association. He is a well-known master of art and craft representing Japan, and has left behind many masterpieces. ◉ 12th generation Makoto Amemiya, Modern Master Yahei Amemiya (born July 1925) Graduated from Tokyo School of Fine Arts (studied under Kitamura Seibo and Hirakushi Denchu) Became a Modern Master in 1982. ◉ 13th generation Yataro Amemiya (born 1961) Graduated from Tokyo University of the Arts Graduate School) He has received numerous awards and is still active today. ◉ Reference Shiun Suzuri, Ogatsu Suzuri, Toryusai, Moriyuki Endo, Ahatake Suzuri, Mine Suzuri, Amabata Suzuri, Seiken Amemiya, Ryukei Suzuri, Ryukei Nabekura, Takada Suzuri, Morokashi Ishi Suzuri, Wakada Suzuri, Horaiji Suzuri, Takashima Suzuri, Kokuji Suzuri, Tosa Suzuri, Nachiguro Suzuri, Akama Suzuri, Takuji, Shinobu, Teisai, Yoichi, Gyokuchiken, Gyokuhō, Shoryuzan, Yuiseki, Kokei Suzuri, Yodo, Yakushima Suzuri ※ Please check the images carefully. ※ Please be sure to read my profile. ※⭕️ Please see the works I have posted so far. (There are about 70 others.)