A FINE LACQUER SUZURIBAKO, 18TH / EARLY 19TH CENTURY

of rounded rectangular form, the cover decorated in gold hiramakie, takamakie and mura nashiji with details of kirigane on a roiro ground with a distant landscape and pine, maple and peach trees on the river bank, the interior with butterflies hovering over autumn plants, the slatted tray fitted with a suzuri and silver mizuire of lobed form

Sotheby's Melbourne, 5 May 1988, Lot 402

the exterior base of box has some surface scratches and wear to rim, the interior base has some light imprints from removable fitted sections, small paint losses to one of the side compartments, the central section possibly has some touching up to lacquer, minor oxidisation markings, overall condition good
"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."