Lot 249
  • 249

A Japanese Export parcel-gilt silver and enamel bowl, Mitsukoshi, Tokyo, circa 1900

Estimate
9,000 - 12,000 USD
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Description

  • marked on base
  • Silver, enamel
  • diameter 9 5/8 in.
  • 24.5cm
circular with applied gilt and multi-colored cloisonné enamel wisteria, irises, and chrysanthemums, gilt rim

Condition

minor chips to enamel throughout, a few losses to applied decoration, otherwise good condition
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