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Pair of Edo Period Black and Gold Lacquer Samurai Helmet Boxes

$14,452.37per set
£10,500per set
€12,307.69per set
CA$19,730.23per set
A$21,949.07per set
CHF 11,505.98per set
MX$268,212.30per set
NOK 146,514.28per set
SEK 137,922.93per set
DKK 91,872.26per set
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About the Item

A pair of Edo period black and gold lacquer Samurai helmet boxes (Hakko Bako), each of ribbed cylindrical form with a lid, a black lacquer interior, green tasselled cord and four tapering square-section legs which support the sides of the box, all decorated with paulownia blossoms and scrolling flowerheads with engraved gilt mounts incised with further paulownia flowers. Japanese, early 19th century (Edo period 1615-1868).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Diameter: 18.5 in (46.99 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Edo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lymington, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU973014905771

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