{"product_id":"antique-japanese-bronze-suiteki-caligraphy-water-dropper-with-dragon-motif","title":"Antique Japanese Bronze Suiteki Caligraphy Water Dropper with Dragon Motif","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis antique Japanese bronze suiteki, or calligraphy water dropper, features a finely detailed dragon motif symbolizing power and wisdom in East Asian culture. Traditionally used in ink preparation, suiteki were essential tools for calligraphers, allowing for precise control of water when grinding ink. The craftsmanship of this piece is evident in its sculptural form and aged patina, with a signed base that adds to its authenticity and cultural value. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good overall condition; general wear; kindly see photos \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMeasurements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Piece is 3 inches wide, 2 inches thick \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDates to:\u003c\/strong\u003e Circa 1890 \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSigned\/Marked:\u003c\/strong\u003e Japanese Signature on Bottom \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Antique Room","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49088326533370,"sku":"TAR-00101","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0844\/9146\/9050\/files\/57-125_373734cd-400a-46c5-ba0a-5073f0afda74.png?v=1782763599","url":"https:\/\/theantiqueroom.com\/products\/antique-japanese-bronze-suiteki-caligraphy-water-dropper-with-dragon-motif","provider":"The Antique Room","version":"1.0","type":"link"}