An inlaid and lacquered wood coffer,

MOMOYAMA PERIOD

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An inlaid and lacquered wood coffer,
Momoyama period
Of rectangular shape with domed cover on eight gilt-copper feet, decorated with a floral pattern within rectangular panels, details inlaid with mother-of-pearl, gilt-copper hinges engraved with kiku, the gilt-copper lock engraved with floral and zoomorphic motifs and a cloud pattern, a gilt-copper handle with incised floral pattern on top of the cover (old surface wear, losses)
22 x 13 x 16cm.

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