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"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!
"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!
"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!
"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!

"12 Piece Box" by Hidekuni Tamura - Beautiful Japanese Craftsmanship - Bill Darrah Estate!

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Item Location: United States

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​???? Special Provenance Note: ???? This puzzle comes directly from the personal estate and collection of the late, legendary puzzle designer and enthusiast, Bill Darrah. Up for auction is a beautifully crafted wooden puzzle, the 12 Piece Box, designed and manufactured by the highly respected Japanese puzzle craftsman, Hidekuni Tamura. Tamura is well-known in the mechanical puzzle community for his exacting tolerances, elegant designs, and masterful woodworking.

​The Puzzle:

As the name suggests, this is a complex interlocking box puzzle composed of 12 precisely cut wooden pieces. It offers a fantastic assembly and disassembly challenge, showcasing the tight, seamless fit that Japanese puzzle makers are famous for.

​Condition:

Excellent, collector-quality condition. The wood is beautiful, smooth, and precisely milled with no chips or cracks. The puzzle comes with its original included paperwork detailing its creator. Owning a piece of Tamura's work is always a treat, but having a copy that sat on the puzzle shelves of Bill Darrah makes this an exceptional addition to any collection.

​Please review all photos carefully for the exact condition. Shipping will be calculated at the end of the auction. Feel free to reach out with any questions!

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