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Antique Japanese Wood "June Bug" 5 Tier Inro with Copper Handle & Bovine Slide
$ 195.33
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Description
This is a Rare Antique Japanese 5 Tier Carved Wood "June Bug" Inro with a Bovine Bone & Copper Button carry handle and an Bovine Bone Slide Lock at the nose of the June Bug and a piece of Amber at the tail of the June Bug..This Inro is in very good condition with no cracks or breaks.
The Inro (wood only) is about 5 3/4" long when closed, and 2 3/4" wide at the tail end by 1" thick. The Copper and Bone button handle is about 1 3/4" in diameter. The Bovine Bone slide lock is 3/4" long. The Amber at the tail in is about 1" by 5/8".
What is Inro?
Inro is a small container for carrying medicine and tobacco leaves. In the Edo period, Samurai had a habit of carrying regular medicines in Inro, which were used daily and were popular as accessories that represent Edo crafts.
Most of the items I sell are estate finds, and are presented to you in, as is, as found condition. They are described to the best of my knowledge. Some wear is to be expected, unless described as flawless or mint. I can't know everything about every item I offer, I do inspect each item and list all known flaws or damage. So please take a good look at the photos and ask questions if need be.
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