A FINE GOLD LACQUER TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX] DECORATED WITH OVERLAPPING FANS, SIGNED JOKASAI, MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH CENTURY

THE PROPERTY OF A LONDON COLLECTOR
A FINE GOLD LACQUER TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX] DECORATED WITH OVERLAPPING FANS, SIGNED JOKASAI, MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH CENTURY

the rectangular box with flush-fitting cover decorated in gold hiramaki-e, takamaki-e, hirame with fans depicting Japanese gardens, landscapes and flowers of the four seasons on a gyobu-hirame ground, the interior in dense nashiji
16 x 23 x 28.8 cm., 6⅓ x 9⅛ x 11⅓ in.

Condition Report:
- Some slight wear to the gyobu-hirame ground.

"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."