Asian Art Auction

November 28, 2016

LOT 37

Lot 37

A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period

A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
Lot 37 Details
A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period

明治時代 日本煙草袋

Delicately embroidered with silk threads, the exterior depicting elegant cranes in flight, and with Mount Fuji beneath the flap, the interior lined with olive green leather painted with dragons, and fitted with an inner money pouch secured by an ivory and leather band closure. All hardware including that of the interior is finely crafted of silver, the exterior clasp rendered as Mount Fuji surrounded by a dragon amidst swirling waves. The shibayama-inlaid kagamibuta of rare quality, embellished with a lilac and white chrysanthemum, each exquisitely carved of mother of pearl, surrounded by delicate leaves
pouch 3.5" x 5.2" — 8.8 x 13.2 cm.

Estimate $600-$800

Realised: $600
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
  • A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
  • A Fine Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, Canada

Note:

While this kagamibuta is rare, a pouch with similar embroidery was sold at Bonham’s New York, March 22, 2011, lot 3092

CONDITION DETAILS

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  • 5 Stars: Excellent - No discernable damage, flaws or imperfections
  • 4 Stars: Very Good - Minor flaws or imperfections visible only under close inspection using specialised instruments or black light
  • 3 Stars: Good - Minor flaws visible upon inspection under standard lighting
  • 2 Stars: Fair - Exhibits flaws or damage that may draw the eye under standard lighting
  • 1 Star: Poor - Flaws or damage immediately apparent under standard lighting (examples: missing components, rips, broken glass, damaged surfaces, etc.)

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