A Kyo-yaki earthenware box and cover in the form of a goban (board for playing go)


Edo period (1615-1868), late 18th/early 19th centuryOf typical square form, supported on four bun feet, the removable cover marked out with small squares, the sides with alternating prunus, bamboo and hanabishi shippo-zunagi (flowery-diamond linked-jewels) designs, all in rich blue and green enamels and gilding, the interior of the box similarly painted with plum blossoms and the inside of the cover with turbulent water; with an unassociated wooden storage box. 7.6cm x 11.2cm (3in x 4 3/8in). (3).