Lot 16
  • 16

A Japanese silver mounted lacquer box and cover Meiji Period, circa 1890

Estimate
4,000 - 6,000 USD
bidding is closed

Description

  • lacquered wood
  • height 6 5/8 in.; width 13 1/2 in.; depth 11 in.
  • 16.8 cm; 34.3 cm; 27.9 cm
signed Bonura Shogo in Japanese characters.

Condition

Very good condition; finely made; minor craquelure to underside; lacquer in very good condition and stable.
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