Lot 435 , Three early 20th century Japanese textured silver toilet boxes, two signed Miyamoto Shoko, largest 6in.

Three early 20th century Japanese textured silver toilet boxes, two signed Miyamoto Shoko, with hardwood or velvet interiors and decorated with bamboo, prunus etc, (a.f.), largest 6in.
Estimate £300-500

Largest box- The silver inset around the rim of the base has become detached and needs re-setting. One piece of this insert is also now bent. One side of the lid has a few dents particularly to one corner. One of the smaller sides of the lid also has a small dent. Marks on base clear.
Small box- Similar situation with the insert on the base and it is a little misshapen. One short side has a few dents and the front panel has a small prominent dent towards the base. The lid has a dent and is a little misshapen around the edges. Lid does not sit well on the base. Marks on base clear.
Rectangular box- Silver insert loose and one short piece is missing completely. There are a few minor dings around the main body. There are a few minor dings around the lid also and there is a small dent to one corner. Marks on base clear.


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Sold for £340