NihontoWatchNihontoWatchThis is a beautiful Inro from the Edo period or early Meiji Era, dating to the 19th century. It features a kinji ground decorated with gold and slight coloured takamaki-e, gold hiramaki-e, kirikane, and Shibayama style. The faces of Fukurokuju and a boy are crafted in ivory and amber turtleshell, and the piece is signed 'Shokusai' with a mother of pearl seal.
NihontoWatchOffered by Supein Nihonto
Shokusai
Edo
Signed
This work carries older NBTHK “Kichō”-era papers, which the NBTHK no longer issues and largely disavows today. To confirm the attribution, submission to an official Japanese examination body (such as the NBTHK or NTHK) for modern certification could be considered.
14-day return if items arrive damaged or in unexpected condition; customer bears return shipping + insurance; items returned in original condition with all accessories; antique armour non-returnable; only regular priced items refundable; shipping costs non-refundable.
$2,867