Cigarette Case/Card Case by Komai, ca. 1880-90, is ornately decorated with gold and silver over an iron base. Kinkakuji, the Golden Pavilion, dominates the front design of the case. Intricately created with inlaid gold in a roundel, it is set against a background of gingko eaves. The decorative plan on the reverse side features two roundels with wheels and shells- motifs associated with Japanese culture as early as the 10th-11th centuries. The background is intricate pattern of gingko leaves. The artist's stamp is on the exterior. Komai's Kyoto workshop is noted for exceptionally fine metalwork. Dimensions: H. 3 1/2" W. 2 1/2"

Light wear to surface from normal handling and use.