Sold: Insect Counter

Inlaid and painted whist counter / mahogany, mother of pearl, metal, bone / Japan / c. 1890s

Antique Meiji-period Japanese whist or bezique counter with exquisite laquer inlay shibayama work including bone and mother of pearl. Each insect tab is hinged to flip up to indicating the score.

Condition

Very good antique condition.

Measurements

3.5 inches long
1.75 inches wide

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