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Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai
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Steve Sly Japanese Works of Art

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Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai

19th century
Description

As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this large Meiji Period 1868-1912 damascened iron lidded box standing upon its fitted silver base, the cedar lined box is decorated with the scene of the Itsukushima shrine on the island of Miyajima , a Shinto shrine best known for its "floating" tori gate and is located in the city of Hatsukaichi in Hiroshima Prefecture, the outer body of the box finely damascened with chrysanthemum and Imperial mon dispersed against a backdrop of autumnal maple leaves between formal borders, the iron box is fitted to its original silver base standing on bracket feet and decorated beneath, by removing this base you reveal the artists signature that translates to Komai Seiebi, a superb quality and condition Iron box for your Japanese works of art collection.

Provenance :

2020 Vision of an enlightened ruler - plate 9

Condition report :

Exceptional condition throughout .

Approximate sizes :

Length : 7.1/4"  18.5 cm

Depth : 4.3/4"   12.0 cm

Height : 2.1/2"     6.5 cm

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

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA989709
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 large Meiji Period 1868-1912 damascened iron lidded box standing upon its fitted silver base, the cedar lined box is decorated with the scene of the Itsukushima shrine on the island of Miyajima , a Shinto shrine best known for its "floating" tori gate and is located in the city of Hatsukaichi in Hiroshima Prefecture, the outer body of the box finely damascened with chrysanthemum and Imperial mon dispersed against a backdrop of autumnal maple leaves between formal borders, the iron box is fitted to its original silver base standing on bracket feet and decorated beneath, by removing this base you reveal the artists signature that translates to Komai Seiebi, a superb quality and condition Iron box for your Japanese works of art collection.
fig 1. Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai
fig 1. Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai

Provenance :

2020 Vision of an enlightened ruler - plate 9

Condition report :

Exceptional condition throughout .

Approximate sizes :

Length : 7.1/4"  18.5 cm

Depth : 4.3/4"   12.0 cm

Height : 2.1/2"     6.5 cm

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

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
18.5cm (7.28")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA989709
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
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
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Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai
Large Japanese Iron and Silver Box by Komai
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  • Period19th century
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 18.5 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)
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