Mikurajima Hon-tsuge (Japanese boxwood) Clouson-type chinrest. Mikurajima Hon-tsuge is a rare material, especially the straight-grained wood, which requires a large diameter to obtain. Such large materials are scarce. It also needs to be dried for over 10 years before use. This chinrest is colored using traditional craft techniques. Usually, chemicals are used for coloring, but after coloring, it is finished with a glass coat. Hon-tsuge is softer than ebony, producing a gentle sound. Size: Length 13.4 cm, Width 7.0 cm, Height 2.0 cm, Weight 49 grams (including hardware). The glass coat finish provides a sensation of touching glass against the skin. Handmade item by Yuji Matsuoka, a regular member of the Kogei Association. Comes with a decorative paper box and a brief history. - Type: Violin - Color: Brown - Material: Mikurajima Hon-tsuge - Features: With elbow rest Thank you for viewing.