Lot 258
  • 258

A pair of Japanese silver ginger jars and covers, Meiji period, circa 1900

Estimate
2,000 - 3,000 GBP
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Description

  • Silver
  • 21cm., 8 1/4 in. high
inverted baluster form, embossed in high relief with iris flowers and reeds on a mottled ground, both with interior stoppers, each body stamped with character marks only

Condition

Both of good gauge and quality. Covers fit slightly loosely. Little signs of wear.
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