Lot Essay
This early Kaga style pair of menuki shows the fine work that is associated with the classical examples of this school.
Details
A PAIR OF KAGA STYLE MENUKI
MOMOYAMA PERIOD (CIRCA 1575)
Each is formed as a pair of document boxes in shakudo plate with flush gold inlay of three family crests on one pair, and floral patterns on the other.
Wood storage box without inscription. (2)
MOMOYAMA PERIOD (CIRCA 1575)
Each is formed as a pair of document boxes in shakudo plate with flush gold inlay of three family crests on one pair, and floral patterns on the other.
Wood storage box without inscription. (2)
Provenance
Hon'ami Nisshu collection, Tokyo