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Japanese Lacquer Hokai Box, 19th Century

$1,175
$1,55024% Off
£883.29
£1,165.1924% Off
€1,024.01
€1,350.8324% Off
CA$1,640.48
CA$2,164.0424% Off
A$1,837.43
A$2,423.8424% Off
CHF 956.07
CHF 1,261.2024% Off
MX$22,315.43
MX$29,437.3724% Off
NOK 12,120.60
NOK 15,988.8724% Off
SEK 11,436.69
SEK 15,086.6924% Off
DKK 7,640.59
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About the Item

This is a good example of a traditional Japanese Hokai shell storage box for the Kai-awase game. This box is well-detailed in chased brass appliques and makie. The box is in overall good condition with the exception of a closed-crack on the lid.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 16 in (40.64 cm)Diameter: 15 in (38.1 cm)
  • Style:
    Japonisme (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890-1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall good condition. Closed-crack to lid, as shown in photos.
  • Seller Location:
    Pasadena, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: mjhdesignarts.10.03.211stDibs: LU2519325803882

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