Finely decorated case attributed to Hashi-Ichi the Second, master artist.Signed and marked on side. Such cases were meant to carry Kiseru, traditional Japanese pipes, along with a small lanyard to attach a tobacco pouch.Hashimoto Ichizo(1817-1882) was considered to be the greatest practitioner of the style in the 19thcentury, and his adopted son (Hashi-Ichithe second) took on his mantle and became a master in his own right, continuing the tradition into the early 20thcentury and acclaimedfor his style and adherence to classical form. Artist: Hashi-Ichi the 2ndIssued: 19th c.Dimensions: 8"L X 1.25"DCountry of Origin: Japan Condition: Good