A LACQUER CHABAKO [TEA BOX], MOMOYAMA-EDO PERIOD, LATE 16TH-EARLY 17TH CENTURY

A LACQUER CHABAKO [TEA BOX], MOMOYAMA-EDO PERIOD, LATE 16TH-EARLY 17TH CENTURY

the rectangular box with flush-fitting cover and canted top, decorated in red and gold hiramaki-e and takamaki-e on a black ground with panels depicting karashishi, Hitomaro (Kakinomoto Hitomaro) seated beneath the tree, a pavilion beside willow and maple branches, the borders with scattered florets, the cover inlaid in silver foil with an inscription, copper ring fittings
21 cm., 8 2/8 in. long

Condition Report:
- As can be seen in the photograph, there is some wear to the sliver foil inscription.
- Some old wear to the gold lacquer.

"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:
Itō family, Japan