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Set of 3 Japanese Inro Pill Boxes

About the Item

These three antique handcrafted inro cases, are a wonderful collection of Japanese Sagemono (hanging object). These inro have several sections stacked one above the other and were traditionally (mostly by men) suspended from the obi to carry seals, coins, medicine or tobacco. These are carved from wood and bone and in perfect condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.37 in (6 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 0.79 in (2 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Anglo-Japanese (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Munich, DE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5927226413852
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