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INRO WITH CLOISONE AND AOI-MON
INRO WITH CLOISONE AND AOI-MON
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Metal allow, enamel and gold. Japan, 19th cent.

Rare, four-story inro made of a copper alloy which possibly includes gold, as suggested by the piece's weight as well as shine. The exterior is coated in a clear enamel, in which an intricate pattern of spiral clouds has been inlaid using the cloisonne technique. Both sides feature a central, resplendent aoi-mon, a crest with hollyhock leaves, inside a circle. This was the crest of both the Tokugawa clan as well as the old and still-popular Kamo shrine in Kyoto. The three green-enamel leaves are set against a black background. The crest is also featured on the top of the futa. The interior of the compartments is lined with blue-green enamel.

Condition report: Some signs of aging, but in good condition on the whole

HEIGHT 8 CM, WIDTH 6 CM

From a Swedish collection

Expertise: Wolfmar Zacken
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INRO WITH CLOISONE AND AOI-MON

Estimate €250 - €500
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Starting Price €250

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