Japan, 18th-19th century, Edo period (1615-1868)Of square form with rounded corners, the mura-nashiji ground finely decorated in gold takamaki-e as well as gold, silver, and black hiramaki-e to the slightly domed cover with three overlapping fans, each depicting one of the Shochikubai (Three Friends of Winter): bamboo, pine, and plum. The interior and underside with nashiji. With an associated wood storage box.SIZE 8 x 8 cmCondition: Very good condition with minor wear, some light surface scratches underneath and some minor crackling to edges.Provenance: British private collection.