Catalogued by Bonhams as: “Yabu Meizan (1853-1934) A fine Satsuma box and coverMeiji era (1868-1912), circa 1900”. Offered at Bonhams, New York, on 2019-03-20 (sale 25415, lot 336). It realised USD 9,450 including buyer’s premium.
Catalogue description (as published): Yabu Meizan (1853-1934) A fine Satsuma box and cover Meiji era (1868-1912), circa 1900 The circular box with a fitted cover decorated in polychrome enamels and gilt with beauties and children engaged in the “Elegant Pastimes,” the sides painted with millefleur below a chevron border, the interior painted with sparrows flying and a blossoming cherry tree, signed on the underside in gilt Yabu Meizan 3 5/8in (9.2cm) diameter