A PRESENTATION LACQUER TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX], MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH CENTURY

A PRESENTATION LACQUER TEBAKO [ACCESSORY BOX], MEIJI PERIOD, LATE 19TH CENTURY

the rectangular box and flush-fitting and cover with rounded corners and silver rims decorated in gold and black hiramaki-e, takamaki-e, nashiji and hirame on a fine kinji ground with ferns and bamboo leaves continuing over the sides, the centre with the mon of the Kan'in-no-miya, a branch of the Imperial Family
25.5 cm., 10¾ in. long

Condition Report:
- Very slight surface wear to the cover and slight scratches to the base.
- Otherwise, good 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:
Kan'in-no-miya family