176 - A RARE JAPANESE CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL KISERUZUTSU PIPE CASE, ATTRIBUTED TO ANDO JUBEI, MEIJI PERIOD, CIRCA 1890

A RARE JAPANESE CLOISONNÉ ENAMEL KISERUZUTSU PIPE CASE, ATTRIBUTED TO ANDO JUBEI, MEIJI PERIOD, CIRCA 1890 A fine Japanese cylindrical kiseruzutsu (pipe case), attributed to Ando Jubei (1876–1953), decorated in polychrome cloisonné enamel with a sinuous dragon amidst stylized clouds, rendered in shades of turquoise, blue, green, white, and black against a pale pink ground. The finely detailed decoration extends along the cylindrical body, which is fitted with silver-colored metal mounts, a removable cap, and a suspension loop. Accompanied by a miniature gilt lacquer accessory case decorated with traditional Japanese figures and floral motifs, containing two circular gilt-metal fittings, and a fitted wooden storage box secured with a green fabric ribbon. Japan, Meiji period, circa 1890. Dimensions: Case: 12 x 3 1/4 x 2 1/2 in., (30 x 8.5 x 6.5 cm.) Condition: Light signs of wear. Overall condition is consistent with age and use. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold "as-is", refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.