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A single case inro constructed from the shell of a coconut, the surface of the coconut coated in clear lacquer and decorated with autumn grasses in gold hiramakie. The sections of coconut join in such a way as to create a gold lacquered channel that runs around the bottom and up the sides for the cord to sit in, held in place with two metal butterfly and three leaves.
The internal compartment lacquered black with gold fundame.
Early 18th century
Unsigned
7.4cm long
6.1cm wide
2.3cm deep
Provenance
Published in “Inro” by Max Rutherston May 2017 number 3.
Old collection number written to the inside of the case
If you are interested in purchasing this inro please contact me below:
Phone or Whatsapp: +447534 423 803
Email: robert@willford-ja.co.uk
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