No holding back on making sure we can see every feather on these superbly depicted cranes. The foliage to the sides keeps our eye contained and focused on the action of the birds at play. And nice flashes of red on the crowns a la John Constable. Lovely, desirable box and distinctly oriental.

Four lovely ladies adorn this curvy flower vase holder which has been so skilfully made. Veneering contours like this takes precision and care, particularly as the panels are outlined. Terrific marquetry and choices of veneers, making this a highly desirable piece of work.