Meiji period, comprising a rectangular box and cover, with a tray inside fitted for an ink grinder and water dropper, both present; the cover with scene of a young woman in a nocturnal landscape; interior surfaces decorated in gold with flying birds against a dense gold and silver spattered background, 1 3/8 in. H, 8 3/8 in. L, 7 1/8 in. W. Together with a cushion to protect the contents of the box, a matching bag for the box, and a paulownia wood storage box with inscribed top