Not a knife, but historical (and one of them chopsticks)

[noj]

This isn't a BST;-) Anyone have guidance of whether these are particularly "valuable", and how to get them to a good home? The chopsticks might be Chinese; they belonged to my Aunt to frequently traveled there many decades ago. I am pretty sure the white tips are ivory. The brushes belonged to my father, a well-known artist and craftsman. These are unused. I am guessing they were originally made for calligraphy.

 

[noj]

This isn't a BST;-) Anyone have guidance of whether these are particularly "valuable", and how to get them to a good home? The chopsticks might be Chinese; they belonged to my Aunt to frequently traveled there many decades ago. I am pretty sure the white tips are ivory. The brushes belonged to my father, a well-known artist and craftsman. These are unused. I am guessing they were originally made for calligraphy.

 

[billybunka]

I have no knowledge in this realm but aesthetically they are beautiful and look very well made. A little personal but very curious on your father’s art especially if it involves beautiful brushes like those! Cheers

 

[noj]

I have no knowledge in this realm but aesthetically they are beautiful and look very well made. A little personal but very curious on your father’s art especially if it involves beautiful brushes like those! Cheers

My father was (sadly, passed away now) a potter. His work included decorative items like vases, but he focused more in functional work: teapots, casseroles, bowls, plates, etc.. Because he incorporated a lot of textures as well, a precision brush wasn't used for everything. He made liberal use of natural hair ones from the hardware store. He took on many apprentices over the years, and most of them left to start their own (ceramics) business. My guess is these were a gift from one Japanese apprentice he had, and kept them (unused) for sentimental reasons.

 

[billybunka]

That is a really cool legacy, thank you for sharing. His work living on through many others is a blessing. Apologies for derailing…hopefully somebody can give some better insight as to the origins of the brushes but either way super cool!

 

[dragjp]

The top 4 are good Chinese calligraphy pens(ink brush). Bottom pair looks like chopsticks, if they were purchased/carried back before 80s, very possible the white tips are made of ivory.

p.s. pot masters also use the ink brush to paint on their work, more likely the purpose in this case.