Japanese antique lacquer inro with a scene of a pavilion built over a lake. The inro is in five sections (four compartments) and is lacquered entirely in fine gold maki-e. The scene wraps around the case and displays the detailed buildings nestled in a lush garden. On one, side a tree with large red flowers extends over the water.
Signed: Kanshosai
Age: Edo Period (19th century)
Dimensions: 3 1/2" high x 2 2/3" wide