30th Sep, 2020 9:30
The September Fine Art & Antiques Sale
Two Japanese lacquer document boxes, late 19th century, a shallow example with faux blond tortoiseshell lid with gilt decoration of a bird above plants, 30cm, the other with bamboo decoration with gilt and inlaid mother of pearl leaves, the sides decorated with gilt insects, signed lower left, 30.5cm
Sold for £60
Condition Report
Both showing signs of general age related wear including surface scratches and chips. Both showing cracks.
Two Japanese lacquer document boxes, late 19th century, a shallow example with faux blond tortoiseshell lid with gilt decoration of a bird above plants, 30cm, the other with bamboo decoration with gilt and inlaid mother of pearl leaves, the sides decorated with gilt insects, signed lower left, 30.5cm
