♡ THREE JAPANESE LACQUER INRO EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) AND MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) The first a four case inro on a gold ground with gold and polychrome makie figure carrying a torch in ocean waves and on reverse a temple with steps going down to the water; the second a four case inro of ferrymen pulling their boat on shore, with river and foliage and accompanying staghorn netsuke of a man with his umbrella; the third a five-case inro on a Kinji ground depicting a Noh actor on stage; with ensuite staghorn netsuke of a Reishi mushroom. The inros 8cm x 5.5cm; 7.5cm x 5.5cm & 9cm x 5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Estimate $1,000-2,000 Condition: The first with rubbing overall, significant cracking to himotoshi edges, on both sides The second with minor rubbing overall, losses to lacquer relief on front and reverse. The third significant cracking to himotoshi edges and edge of top case. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications. Absentee bid Telephone bid Bid on Multiple Lots Bid Live Online Request a condition report
♡ THREE JAPANESE LACQUER INRO EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) AND MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) The first a four case inro on a gold ground with gold and polychrome makie figure carrying a torch in ocean waves and on reverse a temple with steps going down to the water; the second a four case inro of ferrymen pulling their boat on shore, with river and foliage and accompanying staghorn netsuke of a man with his umbrella; the third a five-case inro on a Kinji ground depicting a Noh actor on stage; with ensuite staghorn netsuke of a Reishi mushroom. The inros 8cm x 5.5cm; 7.5cm x 5.5cm & 9cm x 5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Estimate $1,000-2,000 Condition: The first with rubbing overall, significant cracking to himotoshi edges, on both sides The second with minor rubbing overall, losses to lacquer relief on front and reverse. The third significant cracking to himotoshi edges and edge of top case. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect articles for sale at our pre-sale viewing where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications. Absentee bid Telephone bid Bid on Multiple Lots Bid Live Online Request a condition report
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