A Japanese Inlaid Shibayama Lacquer Tsuba, 19th century Marks: Shibayama 4-1/4 x 4-1/4 x 0-1/2 inches (10.8 x 10.8 x 1.3 cm) Of octagonal form, exquisitely inlaid with a standing Byakue Kannon holding a basket, atop her vase pouring elixir, and with attendant Zenzai Dōji, the reverse with doves in a cherry tree, executed in gold hiramakie, takamakie and kirikane with inlay of mother-of-pearl, tortoise shell and various hardstone. HID03101062020 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved