By Yukasai, Meiji era (1868-1912), late 19th century Decorated in gold takamaki-e and kirikane with an all-over design of shochikubai (The 'Three Friends of Winter', pine, bamboo, and prunus, that flourish at the same time), arranged in horizontal bands across the surface, separated by clouds, the interior of rich nashiji; signed on the base in gold lacquer Yukasai. 8.8cm (3½in) high.