Shaku (牙笏)

Shaku (牙笏)

traditional props in courts, ivory, white

It is made of ivory, with a length 50cm, width 8cm.

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officials in court, presentation

Physical object

shaku

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It is for official use. When they have assembly on every day morning, they will hold it on hand which is a way for them to inform news to the emperor.

court councilor

ivory

palace theme