VINTAGE JAPANESE 1950s SET OF 3 LUCKY EGGPLANT HASHIOKI CHOPSTICK RESTS HOLDERS

Description

This is a set of 3 (three) vintage Japanese Showa Era (c. 1950s) ceramic
hashioki
(chopstick rests) in the shape of
nasu
(eggplants). The eggplant is a symbol of good luck; one especially associated with new years and the saying that if you dream of
“
Ichi Fuji, Ni Taka, San Nasubi
” [1 fuji, 2 hawks, 3 eggplants], you'll have a lucky year. The eggplants are primary a deep indigo color, with some white and the eggplant tops are colored green. Another reason they are considered good luck, is that
nasu
can also mean 'to achieve'.
Since they are each handmade, measurements vary slightly, but they measure about 3" long by 5/8" wide by 1/2" tall (7.5 x 1.5 x 1 cm). Having been in storage for decades this plate remains in
fine condition
for its age.
PLEASE NOTE the chopsticks in picture 8 are NOT included.
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.........If you purchase this item and are not completely delighted with it, you may return it for a no questions asked refund within 30 days  of receipt.
Shoguns
and the
Shogun's Gallery
of Portland, Oregon
have been in the Japanese antique business for over 40 years, and highly value our customers. Satisfaction Guarantee: All items are carefully described and photographed. If not completely delighted with any item it may be returned in original condition for refund of purchase price, less actual shipping cost. Most items listed are antiques, and as such may have an expected amount of wear from normal use. We do not sell items with major flaws without mentioning it in the listing. See photos and descriptions for condition. Returns must be shipped back within 30 days of receipt. Buyer assumes all shipping fees. If you have specific questions about the item or condition, please feel free to ask before bidding and we will make every effort to respond promptly. International buyers are responsible for any customs duties, taxes, etc. imposed by the buyer's home country.