★ UNIQUE NAMBU TEKKI - Vintage Japanese paperweight - DRAGON BUNCHIN ★
Japanese paperweights come in many shapes and of many materials, some are rather artistic and collector's items. Most are rather long to make sure the paper is kept securely in place.
Nambu ironware is rust-resistant, long-lasting, well-insulated, and provides a uniform circulation of heat.
RYU Japanese Paperweight Dragon Cast Iron Nanbu Nambu Bunchin Figurine Okimono
★ SHOWA RETRO - 1970s ★
★ DIMENSIONS : 4 cm x 12.2 cm x 2.8 cm ★
★ MATERIAL : CAST IRON - GLAZE - PAPER BOX ★
★ GOLD - GREEN ★
★ NEW OLD STOCK ★ ★ MADE IN JAPAN ★
Bunchin, or Paperweight is used to keep loose papers or cloths in place and is made durable to endure hard falls.
When writing with brush and ink, the writer uses a paperweight to fix the paper on the top of the page. This heavy metal bar prevents paper from moving.
Its Japanese aspect makes it perfect as an interior accessory for your home.