"Jizaimono Jointed Silver Lobster - Japan "
A sculpture depicting a fully articulated lobster in solid silver. This type of object is called a jizaimono in Japanese. This piece is signed underneath by Muneyuki Myochin, 51st generation of the Myochin family, known for creating articulated metal pieces. It also bears the Japanese hallmark for solid silver. The piece weighs 73.5 grams. Japan, 1960s. Body dimensions: 13 x 4 x 3 cm. Extended length: 28 cm. 
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