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Fine Japanese Lacquered Inro by Yutokusai

Origin

Japan

Period

19th Century

Materials

lacquered wood

Dimensions

W.	2.25 in;	H.	0.7 in;	D.	3 in;
W.	5.72 cm;	H.	1.78 cm;	D.	7.62 cm;

Condition

Good. Good antique condition with general surface wear such as minor rubbing, small losses of gilt and fine scratches from handling; minute dings along the edges of compartment from use. Seller Location

Creation Date

second half of 19th century

Description

A four-case lacquered Japanese inro by Yutokusai (Gyokkei), a lacquer artist active from 1845-1900 (end of Edo to Meiji period). The slightly round inro features a very intricate design with three unfolded fans on the front and two on the back: each reveals a vignette landscape scenery, likely real places in Japan. Using a combination of hiramaki-e and slight takamaki-e, the artist deftly created the pictures with fine details, rendering the inro as a miniature artwork. The interior was finished in Nashiji. It was marked on the base with raised Kanji signature Yutokusai. There is no rope present.
For reference of the artist, see The Index of Inro Artists by E. A. Wrangham. Page 61.

Styles / Movements

Asian, Bespoke, Traditional

Patterns

Asian/Oriental, Handmade

Incollect Reference Number

412885