Maker unknown, A Japanese Silver and Mixed Metals Box and Stand (Taisho period, c)

A Japanese Silver and Mixed Metals Covered Box and Fitted Stand, Taisho Period Marks: Three-character mark incised to lid 2 x 5-1/2 x 4 inches (5.1 x 14.0 x 10.2 cm) (box) The silver veneered box with inset iron lid with incised and mixed metals scene of a pheasant by a flowering tree, raised on a conforming tray with silver rim.

HID09710052018

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Condition Report: Light pin dents to veneer, as well as surface scratches indicative of age, use, and polishing; some sun bleaching to the wooden elements of the tray.