Gorgeous piece of art, created in the imperial Japan during the Meiji period, circa 1890. This is a little urn with a lid crafted in gilded wood, Shibayama panels and sterling silver. Composed by a four footed round vase with two sterling silver handles in the shape of trees and the lid on top accented with the figure of a crab in sterling silver. The gilded wood is decorated with flowers, sea patterns and the imperial flower of chrysanthemums. Gemstones: Decorated with two panels mounted with intricate scenes in the shibayama technique with carvings of jade, carnelian, agate and nacre of different colors. Weight: 113.95 Grams, (73.04 Dwt). Measurements: 130.8 mm by 83 mm by 108 mm (5.15 x 3.27 x 4.25 Inches). Hallmarks: Signed in the bottom with the maker's cartouche inside a circle. Provenance: The Flying Cranes gallery, New York NY. Objets D'art Gallery, Kensington, MD. Condition: The overall condition of this urn is perfect. Beside the little normal wear, there is no damage to any parts. All gemstones are secured in the settings.