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Japanese Antique Lacquered Inkwell & Writing Case

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Japanese Antique Lacquered Inkwell & Writing Case

Item Details

Description

Japanese antique black lacquered lidded writing case with hinged cover panels. Panels with still life inlay of natural material modeled as mollusks, plants, and other sea life fauna; similar motif to interior of larger compartment. Profuse gilt embellishments throughout, in forms of coral and sea flora. Larger cover panel compartment lined with red felt. KENTSHIRE GALLERIES (New York) decal to underside.

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Condition

Good to fair condition, having some areas of loss to front cover inlay and loss to gilding. Restoration to scalloped corner beneath price tag. Loss to right front scalloped tip. No key.

Dimensions

4.25 x 15 x 11 in

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Japanese Antique Lacquered Inkwell & Writing Case

Name: Japanese Antique Lacquered Inkwell & Writing Case
SKU: 108962595
Price: 325 USD
Availability: InStock

Estimate $100 - $1,000

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Starting Price $50

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