The condition of lots can vary widely and the nature of the lots sold means that they are unlikely to be in a perfect condition. Lots are sold in the condition they are in at the time of sale.
We have sought to record changes in the condition of this lot acquired after its initial manufacture.
- As is typical for this age of writing box there is some old wear consistent with use, including rubbing to the lacquer, tiny losses of hirame and kirikane and slight scratches.
- There are some small old chips to some edges and corners, and some slight cracks to corners.
- There is a small indent to the top of the corner near the top right edge.
- The front of the lower section of the box has been re-attached. There is some discolouration and surface cracks to the lacquer on this side of the box.
- The fitted lacquer insert containing the ink slate has some slight cracks and possible re-touching of fundame to the rim at the corners.
- The base of the box with typical and minor surface wear consistent with use and collection labels attached.
- The ink slate with slight marks and rubbing to fundame from use. A few minute chips to edges.
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