A black-lacquer four-case inro
A black-lacquer four-case inro
By Nakaoji Moei, Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/early 19th century
Decorated with a continuous design of flowering Kerama azalea issuing from rocks in red, gold and silver togidashi maki-e, the interior of roiro with hirame flakes; signed on the base in gold lacquer Moei (Shigehide) and sealed Tomi. 7.6cm (3in) high.
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A black-lacquer four-case inro
By Nakaoji Moei, Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/early 19th century
Decorated with a continuous design of flowering Kerama azalea issuing from rocks in red, gold and silver togidashi maki-e, the interior of roiro with hirame flakes; signed on the base in gold lacquer Moei (Shigehide) and sealed Tomi. 7.6cm (3in) high.