Japanese Sterling Box ARTHUR BOND 37 oz

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Japanese Sterling Box ARTHUR BOND 37 oz :
$6400.00

JAPANESE STERLING DRAGON BOX ARTHUR & BOND 37 OZ

We are pleased to offer this Japanese sterling silver dragon box.

SELLING OUR 40 YEAR COLLECTION OF CHINESE EXPORT & MEIJI SILVER.....

Arthur & Bond, Yokohama.

One of the leading firms offering Meiji silver and arts (See below).

This box in rectangular form.

The well hinged and fit cover adorned with brilliantly raised Japanese dragon amidst streaming fire.

The massive head with furry snout, chin and brow, mouth open wide revealing razor tip fangs.

Set against all over hammered surfaces. The thousands of individually applied soft hammer punch marks shimmers brilliantly in the natural light.

Two more dragon to sides forming a \"continuous\" scene.

Original divided camphor wood interior.

Original silver wafer hallmarked \"Arthur & Bond Sterling Yokohama\".

Dragon box is 9 1/2 inches by 5 1/2 and 4 tall and 37 1/2 standard ounces, less bit for wood liner.

In very fine condition. Rich, lustreous sterling patina throughout. Stands even on table or display. The brilliant raised dragons in fire retain their original crisp, vibrant detail. Few small bumps and dints.

Massachusetts residents are subject to sales tax.