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Komai Style Vesta Case, Japan, C. 1900, Meiji Period.
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Komai Style Vesta Case, Japan, C. 1900, Meiji Period.

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Philip Carrol Antiques
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Komai style vesta case, Japan, c. 1900, Meiji Period. The iron case typically decorated in gold and silver inlay, with a shaped panel containing a peacock perched in a tree, the reverse with boats on a river, before Mount Fuji. All on a dense gold leaf decorated ground.

Height – 5.5 cm, 2 1/8”.

Width – 4 cm, 1 5/8”.

Depth – 0.7 cm, 3/8”.

Condition – No damage. No repair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Japanese Damascene Vesta Case to the 19th Century.

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Komai style vesta case, Japan, c. 1900, Meiji Period.
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The iron case typically decorated in gold and silver inlay, with a shaped panel containing a peacock perched in a tree, the reverse with boats on a river, before Mount Fuji.
Philip Carrol Antiques

All on a dense gold leaf decorated ground.

Height – 5.5 cm, 2 1/8”.

Width – 4 cm, 1 5/8”.

Depth – 0.7 cm, 3/8”.

Condition – No damage. No repair.

Date of Manufacture

Philip Carrol Antiques has dated this Japanese Damascene Vesta Case to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1229663
Philip Carrol Antiques
Philip Carrol Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Dec 2017

Philip carrol antiques was established in 1983

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An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Komai Style Vesta Case, Japan, C. 1900, Meiji Period.

Archive II An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. View II
Archive III An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. View III
Archive IV An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. View IV
Archive V An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. View V
Archive VI An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface. View VI
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An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface.
Komai style vesta case, Japan, c. 1900, Meiji Period.
Ref: SA1229663
An antique Japanese Meiji period rectangular vesta case with rounded corners, featuring detailed gold damascene peacock and flora inlay on a dark iron surface.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectVesta Cases
  • Period19th century
  • StyleMeiji Period
  • MaterialIron, Gold, Steel
  • ColourBlack, Gold
  • MotifsDamascene inlay, Peacock motif, Pine tree pattern, Hinged lid

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A Komai style vesta case is a portable friction match container produced in Japan, predominantly during the Meiji period (18681912). They are characterised by intricate gold and silver damascene inlay (nunome-zogan) hammered into a dark, oxidised iron or steel body.

Artisans created damascene ware by cross-hatching an iron or steel surface to create fine micro-grooves. Gold and silver wire or foil was hammered into these grooves to form detailed designs before the base metal was chemically blackened and polished.

Authentic pieces feature highly detailed gold and silver inlay set flush against a dark, smooth iron background. Look for signature marks on the underside or interior rim, crisp detail in the motifs, and precise hand-finished hinges.

Small decorative metalwork items such as vesta cases are displayed on desk trays, mantelpieces, or curated bookshelves alongside other historical curiosities to add texture and historical interest to contemporary spaces.

Keep the item in a low-humidity environment to prevent corrosion of the iron ground. Wipe gently with a soft, dry cloth and avoid chemical polishes, water, or abrasive cleaners that could damage the delicate gold inlay.
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