IN-10032 [ Sumiyoshi Shrine Pagodas ] Japanese Antique Inro w/Netsuke for Sale

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Reference Number	IN-10032
Title	[ Sumiyoshi Shrine Pagodas ]
Time	The Edo period (1603 - 1868) or Meiji era (1868-1912)
Inscription	No Inscription
Inro Size	6.5 x 6.3 cm ( 2.6 x 2.5 inches )
Netsuke Size	Ivory, 5.0 x 4.4 cm ( 2 x 1.7 inches )
Ojime	Ivory
Total Weight	63 grams
Box	Wood Box
Techniques	Vermilion Urushi Lacquer, Maki-e Gold Lacquer, Urushi-e
Description	Pagodas of Sumiyoshi Shrine are expressed on both sides of the Inro in the Shu-Urushi (bright red lacquer), Maki-e and Urushi-e. Sumiyoshi Shrine is is famous place for beautiful scenery in Japan. It is also a beauty spot of Matsu tree grove. The both Netsuke and Ojime are made from ivory. The Hotei God (One of the Seven Deities of Good Fortune) is expressed in engraving. The shape of the Ojime is called Hanabishi in Japanese. It means argyle and flower shape. There are amotions of Urushi lacquer and small cracks on the Inro.
Price	Sold, Thank you !