AN IMPORTANT SUZURIBAKO [WRITING BOX] SIGNED SHOSAI, MEIJI PERIOD, EARLY 20TH CENTURY | A MAGNIFICENT SUZURIBAKO [WRITING BOX]

the rectangular writing box with flush fitting cover and pewter rims decorated in gold, silver, black and red hiramaki-e, takamaki-e, kinpun, hirame, kirikane gold and silver on a fundame ground with numerous different chrysanthemum flowers and leaves, almost all an individual design, the interior fitted as a writing box with inner frame supporting a slate, all on a ground of scrolling design waves in gold hiramaki-e and nashiji, fitted inner and outer wood boxes, tomobako signed and sealed Shosai

- It is in very fine condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."

- It is in very fine condition.