Object Description
From our collection of fine Japanese metalwork from the time of Emperor Meiji, (1868-1912) this wonderful miniature Iron Kodansu (box) in the form of a Shrine and overlaid with decorations of scenes of Shrines in a classical landscape.
The roof of the structure with powerful imagery of Dragons on the lower level and Phoenix on the Upper and the points of the roof adorned with small bells.
The lower sections of the building with pretty floral and foliate decoration. Doors open to reveal four miniature drawers all with decoration of Cranes, Butterflies and Iris. The upper portion also conceals two more miniature drawers and the stairs at the base slide out revealing another hidden compartment.
Signed Komai to the underside with the iconic Dragonfly mark and offered in very good condition as shown in the photographs. Please feel free to contact us for additional images, video or to arrange a viewing in person.