Asian Art

August 2025, 2022
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LOT 368

Lot 368

A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book

A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
Lot 368 Details
A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book

The rectangular shaped box with rounded edges and decorated with a swallow amongst cherry blossoms and leafy branches, executed in gold hiramaki-e
length 11.2 in — 28.5 cm

Estimate $300-$500

Realised: $180
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

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A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book
  • A Japanese Gilt and Lacquered 'Swallow and Cherry Blossom' Box, Meiji Period, Together With a Clothbound Photo Album and Utamaro Woodblock Reference Book

CONDITION DETAILS

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LOT 368
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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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