A large single-case inrō by Tamakaji Zōkoku (1806—1869). Mid-19th century

A large single-case inrō by Tamakaji Zōkoku (1806—1869). Mid-19th century Signed Zōkoku 象谷 in seal script Of cylindrical shape with loops to the lid, bearing a black lacquer ground, decorated with peony flowers, leaves and buds carved into layers of red and black lacquer. Black lacquer to the inside. Along with a bone ojime and a two-part guri lacquer manjū, signed inside with the scratched characters Zōkoku, diameter 4.4 cm, mid-19th century. Old kiri wood box, inscribed on the lid ‘Shōdai Zōkoku saku inrō’ (Inrō by first generation Zōkoku). Height 9.4 cm; width 4.8 cm

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