16th/17th century Possibly Ryukyu Island, The top finely inlaid with a gather of scholars and sages in a series of pavilions centered on a seated noble, the main scene enclosed by vignettes of leafy foliage and key fret brackets on the tapered apron decorated with further daily scenes separated by an elaborate diaper band. 12 x 30 x 16 1/2in (30.4 x 76.3 x 41.9cm)