$700
Japanese, 19th century. Finely crafted tobacco pouch or tabako-ire with leather carrying case with silvered dragon in stylized clouds at base of Mount Fuji on front flap that opens to reveal interior storage and additional front pouch. Exterior of pouch with a large floral motif netsuke in ivory attached to pouch by multiple chains. Pouch measures approximately 3.9" x 5.5". Provenance: From a Private Collection in Rabun Gap, Georgia.
Auctioneer:
Ahlers & Ogletree Auction Gallery
Date:
2014-08-09