Asian Art Auction

November 28, 2016

LOT 38

Lot 38

An Embroidered Fabric Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period

An Embroidered Fabric Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
Lot 38 Details
An Embroidered Fabric Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period

明治時代 日本煙草袋

Finely embroidered on a marine blue ground with a dynamic and textured dragon, its serpentine body wrapped over the exterior of the pouch, as though travelling through waves and clouds. The interior lined with floral-printed leather of rust and olive tones, and fitted with an inner money pouch, secured by a piece of ivory and a leather band. The ivorine kagamibuta fastened to the pouch by silver alloy chains, and moulded with a dragon
pouch 3.5" x 5.6" — 8.9 x 14.2 cm.

Estimate $300-$400

Realised: $225
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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An Embroidered Fabric Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
  • An Embroidered Fabric Sagemono, Japanese Tobacco Pouch, Tabako-ire, Meiji Period
Provenance:

From an Important Private Collection, Canada

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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