Nambu Cast Iron Bookends Rikucho Ogasawara Tsuno Horn Japanese Traditional Craft

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Beautifully stylish, these cast iron Tsuno (horn) bookends were designed by Japanese caster Rikucho Ogasawara. His initial R is on each piece. One horn has a more defined texture and heavier weight, maybe an intentional yin yang by the artist. The shape is also reminiscent of the famous Japanese wave painting "The Great Wave off Kanagawa". Over 3 pounds each, they can serve as bookends, door stops or objects d'art. Cast at the historic Ogasawara Foundry known for their Nambu Ironware.
LocationAvondale US
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Nambu Cast Iron Bookends Rikucho Ogasawara Tsuno Horn Japanese Traditional Craft Specs
ArtistRikucho Ogasawara
ShapeHorn
SignedYes
ColorBlack
MaterialCast Iron
California Prop 65 WarningNA
BrandOgasawara Foundry
TypeBookends
Item Height5.25 in
ThemeWave
Original/ReproductionOriginal
Country/Region of ManufactureJapan
HandmadeYes
Item Weight6 lb
Item Width3.75 in
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Beautifully stylish, these cast iron Tsuno (horn) bookends were designed by Japanese artist Rikucho Ogasawara. His initial R is on each piece. One horn has a more defined texture and heavier weight, maybe an intentional yin and yang by the artist. The shape is also reminiscent of the famous Japanese wave painting "The Great Wave off Kanagawa". Over 3 pounds each, they can serve as bookends, door stops or objects d'art. Cast at the historic Ogasawara Foundry known for their Nambu Ironware.Dimensions: 5-1/4" tall, 3-3/4" wide, 2-1/2" thick.Total weight 6 pounds, 11.8 ounces (one weighs 3 pounds 6.2 ounces, the other 3 pounds, 5.6 ounces).