Bidspirit auction | A JAPANESE MIXED METAL LIDDED

A JAPANESE MIXED METAL LIDDED BOX, MEIJI PERIOD (LATE 19TH CENTURY) - Of rectangular form with rounded edges, raised on four bracket feet, the lid finely worked in mixed-metal relief with bamboo stalks and leaves in copper and shakudō, set against a gold-toned ground with Mount Fuji in the distance. The sides of the box plain, with a hinged cover opening to a gilt interior. The base engraved with a Japanese signature. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions offers in-house shipping. In case we can not accommodate a shipping request, a list of additional shippers will be provided. Dimensions: 6 x 3 1/2 x 2 in., (15.2 x 8.3 x 5 cm.) Condition: With surface wear, tarnishing, and scattered patina consistent with age; minor oxidation to interior and foot rims; hinge sound and functional.