Rare Japanese tortoiseshell miniature rickshaw

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Description

A very finely made early 20th century Japanese tortoiseshell model of a rickshaw with retractable hood in good condition.

This is a highly detailed model which is almost entirely made from pieces of tortoiseshell with the exception of the metal rod that connects the two large wheels. The hood is particularly impressive comprises six overlapping sections which can be fixed open using two cotton threads and a hook or allowed to retract back in the closed position.

Dimensions: 13 cm length x 8 cm width

Condition: The handles have been shortened, otherwise it is in good condition.

Postage & packing: £5.50 within the UK. Please contact us for a quote if you live overseas.
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DateEarly 20th Century Codeas1016a187 Price SOLD £75.00 StatusSold SellerTorr Antiques & Decorative Arts Telephone07931 370 372Non UK callers :+44 7931 370 372 Emaildavid.torr@btinternet.com

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