A GOLD LACQUER IMPERIAL PRESENTATION TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX], ATTRIBUTED TO AKATSUKA JITOKU (1871–1936), MEIJI-TAISHO PERIOD, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

THE PROPERTY OF A LONDON COLLECTOR
A GOLD LACQUER IMPERIAL PRESENTATION TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX], ATTRIBUTED TO AKATSUKA JITOKU (1871–1936), MEIJI-TAISHO PERIOD, EARLY 20TH CENTURY

the rectangular box with flush-fitting cover, decorated with autumn flowers and kiku-mon [chrysanthemum family crest of the Imperial household] in gold takamaki-e with mother-of-pearl inlaid details, the interior of nashiji, applied with silver rim and fittings for a silk cord, the cover of the fitted wood box with inscription by Tomioka Hyakuren (Tessai) (1836–1924)
14.5 x 20 x 25.5 cm., 5⅝ x 77⅞ x 10⅛ in.

Condition Report:
- Fine condition.

"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."

Provenance:
Princess Kaya-no-miya