1A shakudo futato koromono (kozuka and fuchi-gashira)
By Hirata Narikado (1670-1737), early 18th century
Each bearing an ishime ground, inlaid in cloisonné enamel with treasures, clouds and formal designs, within gold wires, unsigned; with wood storage box. (5).
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二所物(小柄・縁頭) 花宝尽 無銘(平田就門) 18世紀前期
With NBTHK Hozon Tosogu certificate, authenticating the futato koromono by Hirata Narikado.
For the maker, see R.Haynes, Index no. H 06923. He succeeded to the family title in 1703 and was considered the fifth Master of the Hirata family school.