Inro with four compartments in lacquered wood with a ro iro background, Japan, Edo period, 19th century Decorated in hiramaki e, gold and silver takamaki e and kirikane with horses grazing, galloping and resting under cherry blossoms. Nashiji lacquer interior. Carved and openworked core ojime. 7.5 x 5.5 cm Small dent and chip. Provenance : Mes Laurin, Guilloux, Buffetaud et Tailleur sale, Paris, October 7, 1987, lot 141.