Artists' ToolsJapanese

Small cutting tool (aisuki) with flat blade, from a set for making Japanese woodblocks

Classification

Artists' Tools

Medium

Flat steel(?) blade with wooden handle and copper rim

Culture

Japanese

Division

Asian and Mediterranean Art

Department

Department of Asian Art

Dimensions

H. 12.5 x W. 1.4 x D. 1.2 cm (4 15/16 x 9/16 x 1/2 in.)

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