beautifully decorated over a lacquered black. inspires a fisherman, fishing, fish, in gilt, lilies and ducks behind the character. Signed, in calligraphic style, by artist, in vintage time. Generally in good condition, with multiple signs of aging, scratches, and a crack, loss, on the very scrolled ends, both sides. suggesting to hang on the wall of a home office, to carry newspapers and mail. Lightweight, with 12.5" H. x 11" W. Holding depth is 5". Unknown origin or date. Likely Japanese.
