Cast iron
Approx. length: 4.5″
Designed to hold papers in place or a decorative object
Made in Japan

This dolphin paperweight is made in Japan by Sumitani Saburō Shōten, a family-run foundry established in 1939 in Takaoka. The region has a long history of metalworking, and this piece reflects that tradition through its solid weight and refined casting.

Crafted by a historic Japanese foundry
Solid cast iron with a satisfying weight
Functional object with sculptural presence
Made in a region known for metalwork for over 400 years