Japanese lacquer suzuri’bako 硯箱 (writing box) with shishi & Hotei design
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Japanese lacquer suzuri’bako 硯箱 (writing box) with shishi & Hotei design
About the Item
- Dimensions:Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Width: 10.01 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:18th-First half 19th century (Second half Edo period)
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. In a good original condition with some wear, minor rubbing to gilt, small nicks to interior of the cover, occasional light scratches. Some discolouration to the silver-lacquered robe of Hotei. Please look at the photos for a condition reference.
- Seller Location:Amsterdam, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: 2124171stDibs: LU7165238964082
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