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Takeuchi Chiubei vases, authentic? Japanese speakers needed:

Posted By: Colin
Posted Date: Jan 10, 2013 (01:32 PM)

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Hi there! I've got a quick query, re: the Chiubei marks! Anyone here speak Meiji era Nihongo?

I was wondering if you could translate these marks for me. I know that the 2252515 is present on both, and the "Exclusive License" kanji are there as well, but they are both in different hands, and the signatures definitely do not look like the same kanji for Takeuchi himself. My question is, I'm sure he had assistants, did they ever sign their pieces? Or did he do everything himself?

I'm sure some of you may have seen these exact vases before. I'm trying to ascertain authenticity before committing to a purchase.

One last thing, the paper sales sticker which says, I believe, "Happiness." Is that authentic?

Thanks,
Colin

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Re: Takeuchi Chiubei vases, authentic? Japanese speakers needed: - Colin - Jan 26, 2013 (11:55 AM)