Japanese carved wood carpenter’s string chalk line tool in the shape of a dragon. Dragon has a stone set eye. Rotating wheel to guide string comes out of the top. Front of tool has a carved white fan-shaped decoration attached through which string passes. (Crack at front of bowl) 18th-19th century 10 1/4 inches long… Continue reading Japanese Wood Carpenter’s Tool
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Japanese Wood Carpenter’s Tool
Japanese carved wood carpenter’s string chalk line tool. Metal crank handle turns the wheel that string is guided through. Front has applied metal fitting through which string passes. 19th century 8 inches long X 3 1/8 inches wide $125.00