Japanese Inro by Koma Koryu Edo Period

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A four-case lacquered inro by Koma Koryu circa 19th century late Edo period. The inro features a pair of Chinese … more A four-case lacquered inro by Koma Koryu circa 19th century late Edo period. The inro features a pair of Chinese mandarin duck resting under a bundle of blooming irises on the pond. Hiramaki-e and takamaki-e and radan (mother-of-pearl) shell inlay were used in combination to create the textured scenery on a gold gradient background. The interior was finished in nashiji. It was singed Koma Koryu under the bottom with a kao.
Koma clan was one of the most famous families of lacquer artists, similar to Kajikawa. Founded by Kyui in the 17th century, many family member, for generations, made lacquer ware for the court and shoguns, into the 19th century. less