Vintage Japanese Signed Chisel Laminated Forged Iron 10mm Nomi Red Oak Ainu A compressed globular moon flask

A compressed globular moon flask (bianhu) form in cloisonné enamel

A delightful desk accessory and decorative figure in one — the poet who made intoxication an art form

the elder spirit of longevity

5" tall by 2" in diameter (9 x 5 cm)

The box and pieces remains in overall good condition

Vintage Japanese Signed Chisel Laminated Forged Iron 10mm Nomi Red Oak Ainu A compressed globular moon flaskVintage Japanese nomi are truly impressive in the quality of their steel. This exceptional Japanese nomi (chisel) was made many decades ago in the mid 20th century by a master Japanese blade maker in the tradition of the samurai sword, with high carbon laminated steel that holds an edge like no other in the world. It was used for precise paring and finishing of many kinds of wood joinery. This is a great size chisel for all around work. And a great