A rare buri-buri-shaped three-case inrō. Late 18/early 19th century

A rare buri-buri-shaped three-case inrō. Late 18/early 19th century Of octagonal slightly bulging shape imitating a buri-buri toy, bearing alternating black and red grounds, decorated with standing and seated bijin and four poems written in sōsho and hiragana, lacquered in gold and silver hiramaki-e with touches of black and red lacquer. Nashiji and fundame to the inside. Traces of use consistent with age. Height 7.3 cm; width 3.4 cm

Estimate:£835.60

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