A Japanese silver inlaid bronze Suiban, Edo period (1603-1868), 19th century, of rectangular petal shaped form, the top ridges flat with classic key pattern inlaid in silver, fixed with two scrolling handles adorned with continued key frets and floral designs, the sides with inlaid design of cranes and heart shaped cartouche of cherry blossoms, the feet of stylised elephant, 14 cm high, 41 cm wide, 25 cm deep, condition: no visible faults or damage