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Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold
Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold

Antique Meji Bronze Fruit Figural Box Plum Gilt Interior Cosmetic Inro Case Gold

$ 78.14

Availability: 35 in stock
  • Condition: Used with some dirt and wear; minor verdigris and wear to fire gilding interior.
  • Region of Origin: Japan
  • Original/Reproduction: Antique Original
  • Color: Brown
  • Primary Material: Bronze
  • Age: 1900-1940
  • Maker: Japan

    Description

    This extraordinary patinated copper alloy fruit shaped case/box in the form of a plum or quince or similar, measures 4 1/4" x 2 1/2" x 2 1/4" and the top stem unthreads to allow the hinged halves to open.  The interior is compartmented as shown with a lift out tray/box with further specific fittings.  The inside features a most unusual "random" scrtached/abraded decoration that is fire gilded and sparkles when the box opens.  I am uncertain as to the original function: cosmetic case was suggested and even betel nut case, though that never reached the prvalence i n Japan it has enjoyed elsewhere.  It is finely crafted, with worn gilding and spots of verdigris inside.  The well-made, sturdy hinge functions well and the threaded "stem" latch is quite secure.  There are no dents.
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