Lot 320 , A Japanese gilt lacquered tortoiseshell cigar case, Meiji period, H. 12cm

A Japanese gilt lacquered tortoiseshell cigar case, Meiji period, decorated with a boat and peonies, dolls and a five character signature, H. 12cm
Estimate £100-150

The outer sleeve of the cigar case has a split to one side , which does not appear on the surface but on the internal layers of the tortoiseshell, there is some occasional wear to the gilt decoration and scratching to the inner sleeve as one would expect when it is being opened and closed, otherwise in reasonable condition.


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Sold for £110