♡ TWO JAPANESE LACQUER INRO EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) The first, an early three case inro on a dark ground of a tiger crouching on the ground in a bamboo forest with accompanying wood netsuke; the second a four case inro on a Kinji ground showing a classic dragon in clouds and Mount Fuji theme (verso); the netsuke of a sleeping tiger cub in staghorn. The inros 7.5cm x 5cm & 9cm x 5.5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Estimate $800-900 Condition: The first with overall wear consistent with age, some cracking to himotoshi edges, and previous restoration to top case. The second with rubbing overall, losses to tiger and rock decoration, minor dents to himotoshi edges. 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
♡ TWO JAPANESE LACQUER INRO EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) The first, an early three case inro on a dark ground of a tiger crouching on the ground in a bamboo forest with accompanying wood netsuke; the second a four case inro on a Kinji ground showing a classic dragon in clouds and Mount Fuji theme (verso); the netsuke of a sleeping tiger cub in staghorn. The inros 7.5cm x 5cm & 9cm x 5.5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Estimate $800-900 Condition: The first with overall wear consistent with age, some cracking to himotoshi edges, and previous restoration to top case. The second with rubbing overall, losses to tiger and rock decoration, minor dents to himotoshi edges. 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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