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An aogai-inlaid lacquer three-case inro
decorated with geometric patterns and simulated crushed shells -- 3.in (7.6cm) long; attached ivory netsuke of a bird above waves, horn-inlaid eyes -- 2.in (5.1cm) wide; and an eggshell lacquer sheath inro pierced with kiku-heads, fitted with a three case wood interior -- 3.in (7.6cm) long, (old wear).
See Colour Plate 4. (2)
decorated with geometric patterns and simulated crushed shells -- 3.in (7.6cm) long; attached ivory netsuke of a bird above waves, horn-inlaid eyes -- 2.in (5.1cm) wide; and an eggshell lacquer sheath inro pierced with kiku-heads, fitted with a three case wood interior -- 3.in (7.6cm) long, (old wear).
See Colour Plate 4. (2)