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Japanese Inro by Koma Koryu Edo Period

$3,500

£2,667.06

€3,075.86

CA$4,971.05

A$5,341.11

CHF 2,865.50

MX$62,924.46

About the Item

A four-case lacquered inro by Koma Koryu circa 19th century late Edo period. The inro features a pair of Chinese mandarin duck resting under a bundle of blooming irises on the pond. Hiramaki-e and takamaki-e and raden (mother-of-pearl) shell inlay were used in combination to create the textured scenery on a gold gradient background. The interior was finished in nashiji. It was singed Koma Koryu under the bottom with a kao mark. Koma clan was one of the most famous families of lacquer artists, similar to Kajikawa. Founded by Kyui in the 17th century, many family members, for generations, made lacquer ware for the court and shoguns, into the 19th century.

Dimensions:
Height: 0.65 in (1.66 cm)Width: 2.4 in (6.1 cm)Depth: 3 in (7.62 cm)
Style:
Japonisme (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Lacquer,Wood
Place of Origin:
Japan
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
19th Century
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. General surface wear such as rubbing, fine scratches and color fading in keeping with the age. there is a hairline crack on one side as shown. Stable but visible. Tiny losses of the shell inlay in some spots.
Seller Location:
Atlanta, GA
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU945021351762

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