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A Fine Quality Japanese Iron Box by the Komai Company of Kyoto
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    Specialists in japanese works of art from the meiji period 1868-1912
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A Fine Quality Japanese Iron Box by the Komai Company of Kyoto

1900 - 1920
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this super quality Damascened lidded iron box by the famous Komai company of Kyoto , the lid is decorated with a central mon surrounded by a coiled Dragon and within a pretty floral border , the outer edge decorated in a more traditional geometric pattern , the box itself is decorated with a Flower and vine pattern throughout, with a conforming band of Imperial mon to each side all standing on bracket feet , the interior is typically decorated with native scenes of Butterflies amidst foliage and a Kingfisher upon reeds , the underside of the box is unusually also decorated and carries the Komai company dragonfly tablet signature , this box is from the late 19th century Meiji period 1868-1912.

Provenance: Direct from a French collection.

The condition is lovely and original with minor age related wear.

Approximate sizes:

Length: 10.5 cm

Width: 8 cm

Depth: 3 cm

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Declaration

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA486001
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 super quality Damascened lidded iron box by the famous Komai company of Kyoto , the lid is decorated with a central mon surrounded by a coiled Dragon and within a pretty floral border , the outer edge decorated in a more traditional geometric pattern , the box itself is decorated with a Flower and vine pattern throughout, with a conforming band of Imperial mon to each side all standing on bracket feet , the interior is typically decorated with native scenes of Butterflies amidst foliage and a Kingfisher upon reeds , the underside of the box is unusually also decorated and carries the Komai company dragonfly tablet signature , this box is from the late 19th century Meiji period 1868-1912.
fig 1. A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE IRON BOX BY THE KOMAI COMPANY OF KYOTO
fig 1. A Fine Quality Japanese Iron Box by the Komai Company of Kyoto

Provenance: Direct from a French collection.

The condition is lovely and original with minor age related wear.

Approximate sizes:

Length: 10.5 cm

Width: 8 cm

Depth: 3 cm

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Free worldwide delivery and a certificate of authenticity are included within the price of this item.
Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Height
3cm (1.18")
Width
8cm (3.15")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Date of Manufacture

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art has dated this piece to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA486001
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 

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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art
Telephone 07774 635918
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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
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Location: Stags Head Antiques Ltd, Bournemouth , Dorset, United Kingdom
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A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE IRON BOX BY THE KOMAI COMPANY OF KYOTO
A FINE QUALITY JAPANESE IRON BOX BY THE KOMAI COMPANY OF KYOTO
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Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • SizeH 3 cm (1 in) x W 8 cm (3 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)
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