Anonymous

Late Edo / Meiji period, 19th/20th century

1615-1912

Inro

A two section inro in a round form decorated in a nashiji ground with multiple fans in hiramakie and details of kirigane with nashiji and kinji interior. The fans are decorated in landscapes of trees and water with birds and insects. Unlike most inro the string dose not exit at the bottom section but continues in one loop all the way through the body. The string cords exit at the top section out of a solid silver mount in the form of flower heads.  

Unsigned

73mm x 73mm

Ojime

A solid silver 19th-century Ojime bead of Hotei. His real Japanese name is said to Be “Keishi” known for carrying a large bag of treasures. He is also depicted with a child on his back. He represents one of the 7 lucky gods and brings happiness and Magnanimity.

Signed Kazumasa

18mm x 18mm