A SMALL LACQUER KOGO (INCENSE BOX) IN THE FORM... Lot n° 38

A SMALL LACQUER KOGO (INCENSE BOX) IN THE FORM OF A KOTO Japan, 18th century, Edo period (1615-1868) The rectangular box in the shape of an arched thirteen-string koto, finely worked in gold hiramaki-e with a nashiji ground along the sides, base, and interior of both the box and cover. The interior of the cover decorated with gold hiramaki-e bamboo sprouts. With silver rims. SIZE 9.2 x 3 x 1.8 cm Condition: Very good condition with minor typical wear and rubbing along the edges, traces of use, a few tiny dents to the cover.