A MIXED METALL BOX AND COVER

Description:

Japan, signed: Masatoshi saku, Meiji Period
16 x 27 x 18,5 cm
Rectangular shape, engraved decoration, partially with black lacquer finish. On the s.urface of the lid a temple view in front of Mount Fuji at full moon. The sides decorated with an images of a dragon, a pair of cranes in bamboo, a sea eagle and a view of Lake Biwa.
Former Suisse private collection, acquired prior to 2007 - Traces of use