Search 0
19,719  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 88 ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAYNEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
88 ITEMS ADDED TODAY
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Items Per Page
sellingantiques.co.uk
Browse Categories
Sort order
Items per page
ID #SA1096533
SOLD
Email
Save
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
sold SA1096533
Sorry, but this item has been sold.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Sellingantiques Verified Since Jan 2012
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
  • Trade Associations
    Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is a registered member of BADA 
Id #SA1096533
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

19th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming Meiji Period 1868-1912, circular lidded box (Kogo) depicting the only female representation of the seven lucky gods, Benzaiten , also known as Benten. The artist has captured the Goddess in traditional dress and seated whilst playing her Biwa, the kogo is formed from silver, shakudo, copper and other mixed alloys, the sides carved as whisps of smoke rising from a dragon that is finely carved into the base of this charming little box, the interior finished in gilt and the underside artist signed in a tablet that translates to read Inoue Nagamitsu, a lovely quality mixed metal kogo for your Japanese works of art collection, or maybe to bring some joy to a loved one, as was the intention when it was made around 130 years ago.

Literature :

The only female member of the seven Japanese lucky gods is Benzaiten, she was originally the Hindu goddess of water, however in Japanese representation she is the goddess of arts and knowledge, the virtue she represents is Joy.

A similar Kogo by this artist can be found in the Nagel auctions , Germany , lot 971 in June 2017, est; 5/8,000 euro , described as komai iron but signed by this artist, it also represented a lucky god, this time Ebisu .

Provenance :

UK based Japanese works of art collection .

Previously supplied by ourselves.

Condition report :

Lovely age related condition .

Approximate Sizes :

Diameter : 2.75"  7 cm

Height :    1.0"    2.5 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item.  ep59

Physical Dimensions
Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1096533
Dealers Notes

Available during usual business hours 7 days a week by prior appointment only.

Available out of hours for general enquiries : sales@stagsheadantiques.com or steve@steveslyjapaneseart.com

Tel 07774-635918

Description
As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this charming Meiji Period 1868-1912, circular lidded box (Kogo) depicting the only female representation of the seven lucky gods, Benzaiten , also known as Benten. The artist has captured the Goddess in traditional dress and seated whilst playing her Biwa, the kogo is formed from silver, shakudo, copper and other mixed alloys, the sides carved as whisps of smoke rising from a dragon that is finely carved into the base of this charming little box, the interior finished in gilt and the underside artist signed in a tablet that translates to read Inoue Nagamitsu, a lovely quality mixed metal kogo for your Japanese works of art collection, or maybe to bring some joy to a loved one, as was the intention when it was made around 130 years ago.
fig 1. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
fig 1. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

Literature :

The only female member of the seven Japanese lucky gods is Benzaiten, she was originally the Hindu goddess of water, however in Japanese representation she is the goddess of arts and knowledge, the virtue she represents is Joy.

fig 2. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
fig 2. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

A similar Kogo by this artist can be found in the Nagel auctions , Germany , lot 971 in June 2017, est; 5/8,000 euro , described as komai iron but signed by this artist, it also represented a lucky god, this time Ebisu .

fig 3. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
fig 3. Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

Provenance :

UK based Japanese works of art collection .

Previously supplied by ourselves.

Condition report :

Lovely age related condition .

Approximate Sizes :

Diameter : 2.75"  7 cm

Height :    1.0"    2.5 cm

Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included in the price of this item.  ep59

Height
2.5cm (0.98")
Width
7cm (2.76")
Depth
7cm (2.76")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1096533
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2012

Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art Profile Page

Trade Associations

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art is a registered member of BADA 

PDF SHARE
SAVE
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
1 / 5
Archive I Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu

Archive II Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu View II
Archive III Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu View III
Archive IV Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu View IV
Archive V Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu View V
Enlarged Archival View
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
Location
Stags Head Antiques Ltd
Bournemouth
Dorset
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
Verified Since Jan 2012
Items For Sale 29
Items Sold 1,666
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Verified Since Jan 2012
View Dealer Info
Location: Stags Head Antiques Ltd, Bournemouth , Dorset, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/stagshead
Verified
Jan 2012
For Sale
29
Sold
1,666
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
Ref: SA1096533
Japanese Silver and Mixed Metal Kogo - Inoue Nagamitsu
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories