"Japanese Round Lacquer Kashiki Box With Textile And Chrysanthemum Motifs - Japan"
A 19th-century round lacquered wooden kashiki (frianoise box) covered with intricate textile designs on the exterior in makie lacquer, and on the interior with flowering chrysanthemums of various varieties on a fine Nashiji gold powder base. Very delicate work and very high quality lacquer. Excellent condition. Japan, 19th century, 21.5 x 8 cm. With its period wooden carrying box.