Japanese Biwa
29 March 2022
Description

Approximately 39 inches long came from Japan

Provenance

Father acquired this in the early 70’s while stationed in Japan

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Maybe
Answered within 1 day
By Delia
Mar 30, 23:05 UTC
Fair Market Value
$500 - $700 USD
Suggested Asking Price $700 USD
What does this mean?

Hi George,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Japanese carved and ivory inlaid biwa (stringed lute)
probably early 20th Century
The body of conventional ovoid form, five striated tuning pegs, carved sides and burled back.
39 inches long
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: acquired in Japan, then by inheritance
$500-700*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

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