Estimate

150 - 250

Session

8 May 2026

Description

Japan, Meiji Period (1868-1912)

Of keyaki (Japanese elm) wood, of rectangular form, the top divided into two lids hinged on a central rail, each with its own lock on the corresponding side

The interior divided into two compartments, one fitted with a sliding-lid inner box

The exterior densely applied with menuki in various copper alloy types, forms and patinas

(Losses and defects)



日本 明治时期（1868-1912） 榉木嵌目贯（menuki）饰盒

13x23x15,5 cm

Additional Information

Note:

The menuki covering this box are ornaments originally designed for Japanese sword mountings (koshirae). In their original function, they were applied to the hilt wrapping (tsuka), covering the retaining peg (mekugi) that secures the hilt to the blade. Over time, their role shifted from a primarily practical one to a largely decorative purpose, making them one of the key ornamental elements of the Japanese sword.