Two Japanese Shibayama Millefleur Decorated Boxes

Meiji period (1868-1912), two rectangular shaped boxes lavishly decorated in the shibayama technique with a myriad of flower blossoms in inlays of shell, one with decoration to cover and box sides (2 x 4 x 2 1/2 in.), the other only decorated to the cover (2 1/4 x 3 1/2 x 2 1/2 in.), remainder of boxes constructed of rosewood.

Private Collection, New York and London

A similar box sold recently at Bonhams, New York on March 20, 2025, Lot 678.

Very good condition; dirt and soil to surface.