Katana - Wood - Japan

Lot of 17 storage boxes for Tsuba and Japanese sabre accessories (Kiri-bako and lacquer).

Exceptional set of 17 presentation and preservation boxes for tsuba, kogai, or kozuka. This lot is ideal for a collector looking to showcase their pieces or for a dealer in Japanese antiques.

Lot details:

Kiri-bako (Paulownia wood) boxes: Most boxes are in natural wood, preferred in Japan for their humidity-regulating properties, thus protecting steel from corrosion.
Laquered boxes: 3 elegant boxes in a dark lacquer finish with satin yellow/orange interiors.

Variety of formats:

Standard square formats for tsuba (10x10 cm dark wood, 11x11 cm light wood).
Rectangular formats for other mounting elements 8.5x14.5 cm (fuchi-kashira or menuki).

Two large presentation boxes with red velvet interiors, 12x17 cm (one labeled "Fudoshin" - 不動心, evoking mental steadiness).

Interior colors: Velvet in different colors (imperial purple, moss green, sky blue, scarlet red, and beige), allowing various contrasts depending on the patina of your pieces.

Condition: Very good overall. Some normal signs of use for collectible boxes. Hinge and clasps are functional. (Please refer to photos for finish details).
The last 4 photos show minor defects: one with the bottom split, another with green fabric stained by oil (likely the oldest), one with a peeling edge on the left side of the lid, and in the last there is a small white paint run that should come off easily. All in all, nothing of major concern.

Good luck with your bids and thank you.