TWO JAPANESE LACQUER INRO MEIJI PERIOD (1868-1912) The first a four case inro depicting manchurian cranes in hiramakie and takamakie on a gold ground flying across a fast flowing river; with a bone netsuke of a stylised chrysanthemum; the second a three case gold inro in togidashi technique of wood temple and mountains in the clouds in the background and accompanying sennin (immortal) netsuke in bone staghorn. The inros 8.5cm x 6 cm & 9cm x 5cm PROVENANCE: A Private Collection of Inro and Japanese accessories. Condition Report Condition:The first with minor rubbing overall, significant loss to top and bottom case, and losses to reverse. The second with minor rubbing and minor losses to lacquer decoration. 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.