As part of our Japanese works of art collection we are delighted to offer this most charming Meiji Period (1868-1912) pure silver table / trinket box artist signed and sealed and complete with its original tomobako. The rectangular hinged box stands upon four bracket feet, the shibuichi panel to the lid is exquisitely carved in katakiribori by a highly regarded and well recorded artist in this field, and depicts the most charming subject matter of a young attendant at rest upon the loins of his recumbant water buffalo, his hands clasped above his head whilst his hat and cane can be seen at his feet. The artists fine carving further highlighted with gold and silver inlays. The lowwer right hand corner carries the script signature and gold seal for the artist Sugiura Komin . A most delightful super quality and functional box as an addition to your Japanese works of art collection or as an ideal gift for a loved one.
Literature :
Sugiura Komin is listed on page 715, volume A-K, in the index of Japanese sword fittings & associated artists by Robert E Haynes, reference H 03459.0. He was a student of Kashima Ikkoku. Sugiura Komin excelled in inlay and katakiri-bori engraving techniques.
Provenance :
Direct from Japan.
Condition report :
Lovely clean condition.
Approximate Sizes :
Length : 5 3/4″ 14.8 cm
Height : 1 7/8″ 5 cm
Depth : 4 3/8″ 11.2 cm
Weight : 22.3 oz 695 gms
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