A COLLECTION OF JAPANESE SMOKING IMPLEMENTS MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) AND LATER A collection of five implements including four wooden Senryu-Zutsu (single section) pipe cases; the first in wood with a dragon themed tobacco pouch; the second in staghorn; the third in red lacquered rattan pipecase and tonkotsu; the fourth in seasoned wisteria twirling around the pipe; the fifth a paper or incense container in carved cinnabar with stylised flowers. The red lacquered box 20cm long PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Condition Report Condition:Overall condition good, consistent with age and use. One wooden tonkotsu with damage to the lid. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.