Asian Art Online Auction

February 26, 2015

LOT 71

Lot 71

Small Komai Snuff Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

Small Komai Snuff Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
Lot 71 Details
Small Komai Snuff Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

With gold and silver inlays, the cover depicting a samurai with instrument, the sides with multiple insects, the interior gilded and incised with a boat in a lake TOGETHER WITH a Chinese enameled snuff box
komai box 1" x 2.2" x 1.6" — 2.6 x 5.5 x 4 cm.

Estimate $100-$150

Realised: $396
Price Includes Buyer's Premium ?

Lot Report

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Small Komai Snuff Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century
  • Small Komai Snuff Box, Meiji Period, Late 19th Century

CONDITION DETAILS

cover of komai box with some rust and wear; Chinese snuff box in good condition

LOT 71
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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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