A pair of Japanese lacquer Hokai, Edo period, 19th century, each of typical form, with ribbed sides and canted corners, supported on four tall spreading feet, decorated overall with roiro black lacquer, edges and feet with brass kanagu (metalwork fittings) engraved with scrolling foliage, black lacquer interior and traditional orange cord, each 33 cm wide, 33 cm deep, 36 cm high. Provenance: Purchased Spink & Son Ltd, 1991. Other Notes: Hokai were primarily used outdoors at picnics or flower outings.