Nice old heavy Japanese bronzed box

It has its original paper flyer as well info from the previous owner, Kathleen Cavanaugh (1924-1923), one of the leading dealers of Asian arts in New England. According to her written description, the box, was designed & signed by the artist who was born 11/29/1882 and died 7/15/1958. It was given to her by Jonathan Rulans in September 2019. It was purchased on eBay $225 in 2009 (estimated). She also describes the box in great detail.


The lid has an architectural design with a mountain in the background. Birds are on all sides. It has calligraphy on the bottom

It’s about 5 1/2” long.

Weighs 2 pounds 11 oz

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Thank you