JAPAN Meiji 1900 Round Box With Lid Carved In Ivory With Three Monkeys

Japanese Meiji period round box

A beautiful round box, created during the imperial Japan in the Meiji period, back in he 1900. The box has been carefully carved in ivory depicting the figures of monkeys and fitted with a lid. This piece retain the original aged patina of over 100 years old and will be a great addition for your desk or your bijouterie cabinet. 

Meiji period

This is an era of Japanese history that extended from October 23, 1868 to July 30, 1912.The Meiji era was the first half of the Empire of Japan, when the Japanese people moved from being an isolated feudal society at risk of colonization by Western powers to the new paradigm of a modern, industrialized nation state and emergent great power, influenced by Western scientific, technological, philosophical, political, legal, and aesthetic ideas. As a result of such wholesale adoption of radically different ideas, the changes to Japan were profound, and affected its social structure, internal politics, economy, military, and foreign relations. The period corresponded to the reign of Emperor Meiji. It was preceded by the Keiō era and was succeeded by the Taishō era, upon the accession of Emperor Taishō.

Year: 1900.

Technique: Carved, engraved and tinted with ochre ink.

Weight: 64.70 Grams.

Measurements: Diameter of 66 mm, height of 48 mm (2.60 x 1.89 Inches).

Disclosure Note: This is an antique relics piece with over 100 years old or more and originally carved during the Meiji dynasty (1868-1912) in Japan.

Condition: The overall condition of this piece is excellent. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage and all parts are secured in their settings. This piece has been carefully inspected to guarantee the condition and authenticity.

INVENTORY REF: D071324MENJ/.8769