A charming small four-case inrō. 17th century

A charming small four-case inrō. 17th century Of standard shape bearing a nashiji ground, decorated with the guardian deity Idaten on a cloud brandishing a drawn sword as he pursues a fleeing red-haired oni carrying a stolen jewel, lacquered in rubbed black lacquer, gold takamaki-e and a little red lacquer, and inlaid with aogai and kirikane. Nashiji and fundame to the inside. Chips and losses consistent with age. Height 6.4 cm; width 5.1 cm

Estimate:£501.36

View all items fromLempertzorAsian Art