TWO JAPANESE LACQUER INRO EDO PERIOD (1603-1867) The first a three case inro depicting a hawk standing on a tree hunting a small flying bird with staghorn netsuke of a performer; the second a four case inro on a dark and nashiji ground with a ghostly figure and wind coming out of his mouth and manju style netsuke in wood. The inros 8.5cm x 5cm & 8cm x 5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Condition Report Condition:The first with minor rubbing overall, and some losses to reverse. The second general conditon good, consistent with age and use. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.