A fine four-case inrō. Second half 19th century

A fine four-case inrō. Second half 19th century Of standard shape bearing a gyōbu-hirameji ground, decorated with a large bugaku mask of the Ranryō-ō type featuring bulging eyes, a moveable jaw, and a long beard extending onto the reverse of the inrō, lacquered in gold and silver takamaki-e with a little red and black lacquer. Nashiji and fundame to the inside. Height 7.5 cm; width 5.5 cm

Estimate:£835.60

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