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.
Overall the lacquer box is in good condition.
There is a minute dent to the bottom edge at one side and some very slight wear to around the edge of the base. The underside of the base has some surface scratches overall. There is a chip to one corner of the lid, approx. 5mm. wide.
The silver rim is lifting slightly on the left-hand long-edge of the box.
The fitted wood storage box (tomobako) has very minor age-related wear including a few light marks and a dent to one bottom corner.
The box is inscribed:
金蒔絵 吉野川 料紙箱
Gold lacquer / Yoshino River / Document box
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