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A Japanese fine gold-lacquer Kogo (incense box) with a cricket, first half of the 20th century
Of circular form, bearing a bright kinji ground, elegantly adorned with gold, silver, and black takamaki-e. The design highlights a beautifully rendered cricket, its delicate wings intricately detailed, and with...
Of circular form, bearing a bright kinji ground, elegantly adorned with gold, silver, and black takamaki-e. The design highlights a beautifully rendered cricket, its delicate wings intricately detailed, and with long, slender feelers. The bottom is recessed and finished in nashiji, further embellished with shimmering kirigane flakes. The interior is similarly decorated with further nashiji and kirigane flakes.
Size 1.2 x 6.6 cm
Size 1.2 x 6.6 cm
