A three-case inrō. 19th century

A three-case inrō. 19th century Of squarish shape covered with gyōbu-hirameji, decorated with a Chinese-style table applied in carved red lacquer and inlaid with aogai, placed on the desk two brushes, an ink stone and two boxes for go stones, on the reverse a tanzaku with bamboo in sumi-e togidashi hanging from a wind chime and two koto bridges. The objects refer to the four gentlemanly accomplishments: calligraphy, chess (go), painting and music. Black lacquer and fundame to the inside, the risers decorated in chinkin-bori with peonies and scrollwork. Height 7.9 cm; width 6.6 cm

Estimation:1.500€

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