A nice set of wave motif fuchi kashira and kojiri plus dragon menuki.  This came as a set, although the menuki are not original to the assemblage.  Overall the detail is appealing, with crisp broad lines detailing the waves, coupled by the robust, large form of the pieces.  We think the material of the F/K and Kojiri is silver which has now developed a thick oxide coating. The menuki appear to be brass,  The gold-looking areas, are where the brass seems to have been selectively polished.

Late Edo, ca 19th c. (fuchi kashira and kojiri), Meiji period menuki.

Measurements (internal diameters):

Fuchi: 3.6cm x 1.7cm x 1.1cm depth
Kashira: 3.35cm x 1.4cm
Kojiri: 3.6cm x 1.7cm

 

SOLD